Kingdom:
Phylum:
Buxbaumiidae
Order:
Buxbaumiales
Genus:
Species:
novae-zelandiae
ID:
1178165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dixon

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
New Zealand Inst. Bull. 3(6): 369. pl. 10: f. 13 1929

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001177503



Common Names

  • Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae
  • Novae-Zelandiae Buxbaumia Moss
  • Novae-Zelandiae Moss


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Description

Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae (also called New Zealand Buxbaumia, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Amblystegiaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a smooth surface and a cylindrical stem. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Where to Find Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae

Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Australia.

Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae?

Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae

What is the common name of Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae?

New Zealand Buxbaumia

What is the habitat of Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae?

Buxbaumia novae-zelandiae is found in humid forests, usually near streams or rivers

References

Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35153165: Based on data supplied by Bryonames