Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dianthiflora
ID:
115954

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
gcc

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 4(16): 154 (ed. fol.) (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115283



Common Names

  • Brachythecium pedemontanum
  • Pedemontanum Brachythecium Moss
  • Piedmont Brachythecium Moss


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Description

Brachythecium pedemontanum (also called Brachythecium rutabulum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a velvety texture and a prostrate growth habit. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands, along streams, and in rocky crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Tagetes dianthiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used to attract beneficial insects and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachythecium pedemontanum has small, white flowers with four petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tagetes dianthiflora is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Tagetes dianthiflora

Tagetes dianthiflora is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in the wild in these regions. It can also be found in nurseries and garden centers in the United States.

Tagetes dianthiflora FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Tagetes dianthiflora?

Tagetes dianthiflora prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What type of soil is best for Tagetes dianthiflora?

Tagetes dianthiflora prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Tagetes dianthiflora need?

Tagetes dianthiflora prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Tagetes genus

Tagetes daucoides, Tagetes multiflora, Tagetes biflora, Tagetes mendocina, Tagetes oaxacana, Tagetes pringlei, Tagetes coronopifolia, Tagetes osteni, Tagetes stenophylla, Tagetes laxa, Tagetes micrantha, Tagetes foetidissima, Tagetes perezi, Tagetes minuta, Tagetes subulata, Tagetes lucida, Tagetes pauciloba, Tagetes persicifolia, Tagetes lacera, Tagetes minima, Tagetes mandonii, Tagetes nelsonii, Tagetes parryi, Tagetes terniflora, Tagetes hartwegii, Tagetes apetala, Tagetes gracilis, Tagetes moorei, Tagetes lemmonii, Tagetes verticillata, Tagetes palmeri, Tagetes iltisiana, Tagetes lucida, Tagetes praetermissa, Tagetes epapposa, Tagetes erecta, Tagetes tenuifolia, Tagetes inclusa, Tagetes mulleri, Tagetes dianthiflora, Tagetes elliptica, Tagetes lunulata, Tagetes rupestris, Tagetes campanulata, Tagetes filifolia, Tagetes sororia, Tagetes argentina, Tagetes zypaquinensis, Tagetes arenicola, Tagetes linifolia,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,