Isotachis indica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indica
ID:
1523375
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mitt.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Journal of the Proceedings of the Linnean Society, Botany. 5: 100. 1861
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009438
Common Names
- Isotachis indica
- Indica Isotachis
- Indica Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Isotachis indica (also called Indian Thread-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Isotachidae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short, stiff stem and a spreading, often branched habit. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Isotachis indica has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Isotachis indica has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Isotachis indica is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Isotachis indica
Isotachis indica can be found in India.
Isotachis indica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isotachis indica?
Isotachis indica
What is the common name of Isotachis indica?
Indica Isotachis
What is the family of Isotachis indica?
Asteraceae
Species in the Isotachis genus
Isotachis multiceps, Isotachis serrulata, Isotachis olivacea, Isotachis plicata, Isotachis intortifolia, Isotachis lopezii, Isotachis humectata, Isotachis grossidens, Isotachis japonica, Isotachis armata, Isotachis aubertii, Isotachis inflata, Isotachis erythrorhiza, Isotachis spegazziniana, Isotachis sprucei, Isotachis vexans, Isotachis westlandica, Isotachis boliviensis, Isotachis chinensis, Isotachis fragilis, Isotachis grandis, Isotachis hastatistipula, Isotachis hians, Isotachis indica, Isotachis lyallii, Isotachis minima, Isotachis montana, Isotachis obtusa, Isotachis pusilla, Isotachis riparia,
Species in the Balantiopsidaceae family
Acroscyphella iwatsukii, Acroscyphella phoenicorhiza, Acroscyphella tjiwideiensis, Balantiopsis bisbifida, Balantiopsis montana, Balantiopsis splendens, Balantiopsis verrucosa, Balantiopsis tumida, Balantiopsis purpurata, Balantiopsis cancellata, Balantiopsis rosea, Balantiopsis paucidens, Balantiopsis neocaledonica, Balantiopsis diplophylla, Balantiopsis lingulata, Balantiopsis asymmetrica, Balantiopsis brasiliensis, Balantiopsis erinacea, Balantiopsis crocea, Balantiopsis convexiuscula, Balantiopsis ciliaris, Eoisotachis stephanii, Eoisotachis nigella, Isotachis multiceps, Isotachis serrulata, Isotachis olivacea, Isotachis plicata, Isotachis intortifolia, Isotachis lopezii, Isotachis humectata, Isotachis grossidens, Isotachis japonica, Isotachis armata, Isotachis aubertii, Isotachis inflata, Isotachis erythrorhiza, Isotachis spegazziniana, Isotachis sprucei, Isotachis vexans, Isotachis westlandica, Isotachis boliviensis, Isotachis chinensis, Isotachis fragilis, Isotachis grandis, Isotachis hastatistipula, Isotachis hians, Isotachis indica, Isotachis lyallii, Isotachis minima, Isotachis montana,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100409561: Based on data supplied by Bryonames