Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Species:
madagassa
ID:
1199023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Touw

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Belg. 62: 454. f. 1 1993

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198361



Common Names

  • Bryowijkia madagassa
  • Madagassa Bryowijkia
  • Madagascar Liverwort


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Description

Bryowijkia madagassa (also called Madagascan Bryowijkia, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Bryowijkaceae. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, typically in wet, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests. It has a slender, upright stem with a distinctively reddish-brown color.

Uses & Benefits

Bryowijkia madagassa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bryowijkia madagassa has small, yellow-green flowers with a single perianth lobe. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bryowijkia madagassa is a small, terrestrial moss native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by spores or by division. To cultivate Bryowijkia madagassa, keep the soil moist and provide indirect sunlight. Fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Bryowijkia madagassa

Bryowijkia madagassa can be found in Madagascar.

Bryowijkia madagassa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bryowijkia madagassa?

Bryowijkia madagassa

What type of plant is Bryowijkia madagassa?

A moss

What is the growth habit of Bryowijkia madagassa?

It is a small, tufted plant

Species in the Bryowijkia genus

Species in the Bryowijkiaceae family