Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
goyazensis
ID:
1194126

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 34: 120 1895

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193464



Common Names

  • Gozadakensis Fissidens
  • Gozadakensis Moss
  • Gozadakensis Pocket Moss


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Description

Fissidens goyazensis (also called Goyaz 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 goyazensis is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and is known to be a good soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fissidens goyazensis has small, yellowish-green flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate, with pale green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fissidens goyazensis can be propagated by division of the clumps or by spores. It prefers a moist, shady location and can be grown in a variety of soils. It should be kept moist but not wet. It is best to use a well-draining soil mix and to avoid overwatering. Fertilizer is not necessary but can be used if desired. It can be propagated by division of the clumps or by spores.

Where to Find Fissidens goyazensis

Fissidens goyazensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Fissidens goyazensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens goyazensis?

Fissidens goyazensis

What type of plant is Fissidens goyazensis?

Fissidens goyazensis is a species of moss.

Where is Fissidens goyazensis found?

Fissidens goyazensis is found in Brazil.

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

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35180952: Based on data supplied by Bryonames