Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
hollianus
ID:
1194176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dozy & Molk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Bryol. Jav. 1: 4. 4 1855

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193514



Common Names

  • Hollianus Moss
  • Hollianus Fissidens
  • Hollianus Moss Fissidens


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Description

Fissidens hollianus (also called 'Cushion Moss', among many other common names) is a small, cushion-forming moss with bright green, glossy leaves. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fissidens hollianus is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a natural filter for water.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Fissidens holleanus var. asperisetus (Sande Lac.) M. Fleisch.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: small, yellowish-green, with a short calyx and a short corolla. Seed: small, brown, with a smooth surface. Seedlings: small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fissidens hollianus 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 hollianus

Fissidens hollianus is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Fissidens hollianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens hollianus?

Fissidens hollianus

What type of plant is Fissidens hollianus?

Moss

Where is Fissidens hollianus found?

North and South 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

Julian(us) Hendrik Molkenboer (1816-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molk.' in the authors string.
Frans Dozy (1807-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dozy' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35181019: Based on data supplied by Bryonames