Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
crenulatus
ID:
1193957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot., Suppl. 1: 140 1859

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193295



Common Names

  • Fissidens crenulatus
  • Crenulatus Fissidens
  • Crenulate Fissidens


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Description

Fissidens crenulatus (also called Crenulate Fissidens, among many other common names) is a species of moss with small, yellow-green, ovate-lanceolate leaves that are slightly toothed at the apex. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fissidens crenulatus is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and gardens. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Fissidens crenulatus var. pursellii (S.H. Lin) T.Y. Chiang & C.M. Kuo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fissidens crenulatus has small, yellowish-green flowers, which are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fissidens crenulatus can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be grown in full sun, but will require more frequent watering. It is best to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Where to Find Fissidens crenulatus

Fissidens crenulatus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia and Australia.

Fissidens crenulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens crenulatus?

Fissidens crenulatus

What is the common name of Fissidens crenulatus?

Crenulatus Moss

What is the habitat of Fissidens crenulatus?

It grows on rocks and tree trunks in moist, shady areas

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

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35180707: Based on data supplied by Bryonames