Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.S. Williams) Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. (ed. 2) 10: 207 1924
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001175103
Common Names
- Schliephackea meteorioides
- Meteorioides Lichen
- Meteor-Like Lichen
Uses & Benefits
Schliephackea meteorioides is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Schliephackea meteorioides is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, shiny, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schliephackea meteorioides is a small, evergreen, perennial plant native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Schliephackea meteorioides
Schliephackea meteorioides can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Schliephackea meteorioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schliephackea meteorioides?
Schliephackea meteorioides
What is the natural habitat of Schliephackea meteorioides?
It is found in dry, sandy soils in Central and South America.
What is the size of Schliephackea meteorioides?
It is a small plant, growing to a height of about 10 cm.
Species in the Schliephackea genus
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,