Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cardot & Thér.) Ignatov & Huttunen
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Arctoa 11: 274 2002
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001211458
Common Names
- Donrichardsia Moss
- Donrichardsia Patulifolia Moss
- Patulifolia Moss
Uses & Benefits
Donrichardsia patulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Donrichardsia patulifolia is a small, yellowish-green, and has a single perianth. Its seed is a small, black, and ovoid. The seedlings are small with a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Donrichardsia patulifolia is a small, moss-like plant that is native to South America. It can be grown in a wide range of soils and climates, but prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or by sowing the spores. Division should be done in spring or early summer, and the spores should be sown in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Donrichardsia patulifolia
Donrichardsia patulifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Donrichardsia patulifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Donrichardsia patulifolia?
Donrichardsia patulifolia
What type of plant is Donrichardsia patulifolia?
Liverwort
Where is Donrichardsia patulifolia found?
South America
Species in the Donrichardsia genus
Species in the Brachytheciaceae family
Aerobryum speciosum,
Aerobryum brevicuspis,
Aerolindigia capillacea,
Brachytheciastrum delicatulum,
Brachytheciastrum collinum,
Brachytheciastrum dieckei,
Brachytheciastrum falcatulum,
Brachytheciastrum kashmirense,
Brachytheciastrum leibergii,
Brachytheciastrum microcollinum,
Brachytheciastrum paradoxum,
Brachytheciastrum trachypodium,
Brachytheciastrum velutinum,
Brachytheciastrum fendleri,
Brachytheciastrum olympicum,
Brachytheciastrum leiopodium,
Brachytheciastrum salicinum,
Brachytheciastrum umbilicatum,
Brachytheciella stolonifera,
Brachythecium tortipilum,
Brachythecium dahuricum,
Brachythecium irinae,
Brachythecium jacuticum,
Brachythecium chakratense,
Brachythecium garhwalense,
Brachythecium acuminatum,
Brachythecium afroglareosum,
Brachythecium albicans,
Brachythecium asperrimum,
Brachythecium auriculatum,
Brachythecium austroglareosum,
Brachythecium austrosalebrosum,
Brachythecium bellii,
Brachythecium bodinieri,
Brachythecium borgenii,
Brachythecium brachycarpum,
Brachythecium brachycladum,
Brachythecium buchananii,
Brachythecium calliergonoides,
Brachythecium campestre,
Brachythecium camptothecioides,
Brachythecium campylothallum,
Brachythecium caucasicum,
Brachythecium cavifolium,
Brachythecium chauvetii,
Brachythecium chocayae,
Brachythecium cirrosum,
Brachythecium complanatum,
Brachythecium comtifolium,
Brachythecium conostomum,