Venturiella coronata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coronata
ID:
1534101
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. & Wilson) Pursell
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Memoirs of The New York Botanical Garden. 116: 54. 2017
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017881
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Venturiella coronata (also called Crowned Venturiella, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted plant with short, erect stems and small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in damp, shady places such as woods, meadows, and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Venturiella coronata has been used for its medicinal properties in traditional Chinese medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as its flowers are attractive and fragrant.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Venturiella coronata sub. australiensis (I.G. Stone) PursellVenturiella coronata sub. transvaaliensis (Broth. & Wager) Pursell
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Venturiella coronata is small and yellow. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and green.
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Venturiella coronata can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to water it regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Venturiella coronata
Venturiella coronata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.
Venturiella coronata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Venturiella coronata?
Venturiella coronata
What type of plant is Venturiella coronata?
Moss
Where is Venturiella coronata found?
Africa
Species in the Venturiella genus
Species in the Erpodiaceae family
Aulacopilum glaucum, Aulacopilum japonicum, Erpodium domingense, Erpodium cubense, Venturiella sinensis, Venturiella acrifolia, Venturiella coronata, Venturiella glaziovii, Venturiella hodgkinsoniae, Venturiella madagassa, Venturiella perrottetii, Venturiella schimperi, Tricherpodium beccarii, Solmsiella biseriata, Solmsiella solmsiellacea,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100470515: Based on data supplied by Bryonames