Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
novae-guineae
ID:
1196180

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dixon) B.H. Allen

Source:
tro

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 62: 78 1987

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195518



Common Names

  • Dicnemon novae-guineae
  • New Guinea Dicnemon Moss
  • New Guinea Moss


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Description

Dicnemon novae-guineae (also called New Guinea Dicnemon, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Dicnemaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a creeping, branching stem and leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape. It is native to New Guinea, where it is found in moist habitats such as riverbanks and moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Dicnemon novae-guineae is a species of moss that is often used as a ground cover in gardens and terrariums. It can also be used in aquariums to provide a natural look and to help filter the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dicnemon novae-guineae has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dicnemon novae-guineae is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to water the moss regularly and keep it in a humid environment. It can also be propagated by layering.

Where to Find Dicnemon novae-guineae

Dicnemon novae-guineae is native to New Guinea and can be found in wet, tropical forests. It is typically found in shady areas near streams and rivers.

Dicnemon novae-guineae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dicnemon novae-guineae?

Dicnemon novae-guineae

What is the common name of Dicnemon novae-guineae?

New Guinean Dicnemon

What family does Dicnemon novae-guineae belong to?

Dicnemaceae

Species in the Dicranaceae family

Braunfelsia angustifolia, Braunfelsia dicranoides, Braunfelsia edentula, Braunfelsia enervis, Braunfelsia plicata, Braunfelsia aenea, Braunfelsia muscicola, Brotherobryum dekockii, Brotherobryum macgregorii, Brotherobryum undulatifolium, Brotherobryum sleumeri, Chorisodontium aciphyllum, Chorisodontium mittenii, Chorisodontium nigricans, Chorisodontium setaceum, Chorisodontium speciosum, Chorisodontium dicranellatum, Chorisodontium magellanicum, Chorisodontium spegazzinii, Chorisodontium luridum, Cryptodicranum armittii, Dicnemon calycinum, Dicnemon semicryptum, Dicnemon cuspidatum, Dicnemon pancheri, Dicnemon planifolium, Dicnemon spathoideum, Dicnemon dixonianum, Dicnemon seriatum, Dicnemon cochlearifolium, Dicnemon subpiliferum, Dicnemon robbinsii, Dicnemon novae-guineae, Dicnemon aneitense, Dicranoloma angustatum, Dicranoloma arfakianum, Dicranoloma assimile, Dicranoloma australe, Dicranoloma austro-scoparium, Dicranoloma billardierei, Dicranoloma blumii, Dicranoloma brachysteleum, Dicranoloma brasiliense, Dicranoloma braunii, Dicranoloma brevifolium, Dicranoloma brevisetum, Dicranoloma calycinum, Dicranoloma capillare, Dicranoloma capillifolioides, Dicranoloma confusum,

References

Bruce H. Allen (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.H.Allen' in the authors string.
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: 35183837: Based on data supplied by Bryonames