Venturiella schimperi - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schimperi
ID:
1534108
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Müll. Hal.) Pursell
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Memoirs of The New York Botanical Garden. 116: 70. 2017
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017886
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Venturiella schimperi (also called Schimper's 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 schimperi 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 schimperi sub. pringlei (E. Britton) PursellFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Venturiella schimperi is small and white. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Venturiella schimperi 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 schimperi
Venturiella schimperi can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Panama, Colombia, and Peru.
Venturiella schimperi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Venturiella schimperi?
Venturiella schimperi
What type of plant is Venturiella schimperi?
Moss
Where is Venturiella schimperi 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: 100470519: Based on data supplied by Bryonames