Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
1194052

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hedw.

Source:
tro

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
Sp. Musc. Frond. 152. 38: 7–19 1801

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193390



Common Names

  • Fissidens exilis
  • Exilis Fissidens
  • Exilis Moss


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Description

Fissidens exilis (also called Exiled Moss, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss species with a creeping habit. It has small, ovate-lanceolate leaves with a serrate margin. It is native to North America and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fissidens exilis is often used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums, as it provides a natural look and helps to keep the water clean. It can also be used in landscaping to provide ground cover and to help prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fissidens exilis is small and inconspicuous, with a single yellow-green petal. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fissidens exilis is a small aquatic moss that can be grown in shallow water or on damp soil. It is easy to propagate by division or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can be grown in a variety of substrates, including sand, gravel, and peat moss. It is tolerant of a wide range of pH levels, but prefers slightly acidic conditions. It can be grown in full sun, but will require more frequent watering. It is best to keep the soil moist, but not soggy.

Where to Find Fissidens exilis

Fissidens exilis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Fissidens exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens exilis?

Fissidens exilis

What type of plant is Fissidens exilis?

Moss

Where does Fissidens exilis grow?

On rocks and soil 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

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35180845: Based on data supplied by Bryonames