Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
amoenus
ID:
1193762

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 5: 38 1847

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193100



Common Names

  • Fissidens Amoenus
  • Amoenus Fissidens
  • Fissidens Moss


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Description

Fissidens amoenus (also called Amoenus Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small, bright green moss with a thin, delicate texture. It is native to Europe, North America, and Asia, and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fissidens amoenus is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is an excellent oxygenator and helps to keep the water clean and clear. It also provides shade and shelter for fish and other aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fissidens amoenus is small and inconspicuous, usually greenish-brown in color. The seed is a small, dark brown, triangular-shaped spore. Seedlings are small, bright green, and have a single, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fissidens amoenus can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shaded area outdoors. It can be grown in a variety of substrates, including soil, sand, and gravel. It is best to keep the substrate moist but not soggy. Fertilization is not necessary, but it can be beneficial to add a small amount of fertilizer to the substrate. The plant can be trimmed to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Fissidens amoenus

Fissidens amoenus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.

Fissidens amoenus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens amoenus?

Fissidens amoenus

What is the common name of Fissidens amoenus?

Amoenus Fissidens

What type of habitat does Fissidens amoenus prefer?

Fissidens amoenus prefers moist, shady habitats

Species in the Fissidens genus

Fissidens minutifrons, Fissidens chiricahuensis, Fissidens brindae, Fissidens pseudautoicus, Fissidens streimannii, Fissidens pseudojavanicus, Fissidens macaoensis, Fissidens pseudoplurisetus, Fissidens bryoides, Fissidens capriviensis, Fissidens pseudohollianus, Fissidens sublineaefolius, Fissidens aphelotaxifolius, Fissidens arnigadhensis, Fissidens asselii, Fissidens azoricus, Fissidens diaphanodontus, Fissidens duttonii, Fissidens hirsutus, Fissidens hoei, Fissidens inclusus, Fissidens jeffreyi, Fissidens jonesii, Fissidens lachmannii, Fissidens nigerianus, Fissidens nothotaxifolius, Fissidens ornaticostatus, Fissidens pocsii, Fissidens pokhrensis, Fissidens pseudoplumosus, Fissidens seychellensis, Fissidens splendens, Fissidens subscleromitrius, Fissidens subundatus, Fissidens vanzantenii, Fissidens cuynetii, Fissidens nigro-viridis, Fissidens nobilis, Fissidens nobreganus, Fissidens obliquifolius, Fissidens obscurus, Fissidens obtusifolius, Fissidens obtuso-apiculatus, Fissidens ocellatus, Fissidens odontoloma, Fissidens oediloma, Fissidens ornatus, Fissidens osmundoides, Fissidens ovatifolius, Fissidens ovatus,

Species in the Fissidentaceae family

Conomitrium dussianum, Fissidens minutifrons, Fissidens chiricahuensis, Fissidens brindae, Fissidens pseudautoicus, Fissidens streimannii, Fissidens pseudojavanicus, Fissidens macaoensis, Fissidens pseudoplurisetus, Fissidens bryoides, Fissidens capriviensis, Fissidens pseudohollianus, Fissidens sublineaefolius, Fissidens aphelotaxifolius, Fissidens arnigadhensis, Fissidens asselii, Fissidens azoricus, Fissidens diaphanodontus, Fissidens duttonii, Fissidens hirsutus, Fissidens hoei, Fissidens inclusus, Fissidens jeffreyi, Fissidens jonesii, Fissidens lachmannii, Fissidens nigerianus, Fissidens nothotaxifolius, Fissidens ornaticostatus, Fissidens pocsii, Fissidens pokhrensis, Fissidens pseudoplumosus, Fissidens seychellensis, Fissidens splendens, Fissidens subscleromitrius, Fissidens subundatus, Fissidens vanzantenii, Fissidens cuynetii, Fissidens nigro-viridis, Fissidens nobilis, Fissidens nobreganus, Fissidens obliquifolius, Fissidens obscurus, Fissidens obtusifolius, Fissidens obtuso-apiculatus, Fissidens ocellatus, Fissidens odontoloma, Fissidens oediloma, Fissidens ornatus, Fissidens osmundoides, Fissidens ovatifolius,

References

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35180382: Based on data supplied by Bryonames