Fissidens gedehensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gedehensis
ID:
1194102
Status:
valid
Authors:
M. Fleisch.
Source:
tro
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 38 Beih. 3: 127 1899
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193440
Common Names
- Gedehen's Fissidens
- Gedehen's Moss
- Gedehen's Pocket Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Fissidens gedehensis (also called Gedehen's Fissidens, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to South America. It is a small, greenish-brown moss with a creeping, branching habit. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found on rocks, tree trunks, and soil. It is also found in wetland habitats such as swamps, marshes, and bogs.
Uses & Benefits
Fissidens gedehensis is a popular aquarium plant, as it provides a lush, green look and can help to oxygenate the water. It is also used as a food source for some species of fish, as well as for its medicinal properties, such as its ability to reduce inflammation and treat skin conditions.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Fissidens gedehensis var. lawuensis Baumgartner & J. Froehl.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fissidens gedehensis is a small, pale yellow or cream-colored flower. The seed is a small, dark brown seed that is roughly 1-2 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a thin stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Fissidens gedehensis is a small, aquatic moss that can be propagated by division. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of substrates, including sand, gravel, and soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It is best propagated by division, as it does not produce spores.
Where to Find Fissidens gedehensis
Fissidens gedehensis is found in moist, shady areas in tropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Fissidens gedehensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fissidens gedehensis?
Fissidens gedehensis
What type of plant is Fissidens gedehensis?
Fissidens gedehensis is a species of moss.
Where is Fissidens gedehensis found?
Fissidens gedehensis is found in Mexico and Central America.
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
Max Fleischer (1861-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fleisch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35180910: Based on data supplied by Bryonames