Fissidens linearilimbatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearilimbatus
ID:
1194321
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll. Hal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Flora 73: 471 1890
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001193659
Common Names
- Linearilimbatus Fissidens
- Linearilimbatus Moss
- Linearilimbatus Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Fissidens linearilimbatus (also called Linear-stalked Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss with ovate-lanceolate leaves that are up to 20 mm long and 4 mm wide. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Fissidens linearilimbatus is often used in aquariums and ponds as a decorative plant. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens and as a natural filter for water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fissidens linearilimbatus is small, yellow-green and inconspicuous. The seed is small, reddish-brown and has a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, long leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Fissidens linearilimbatus can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by spore sowing. Cultivation requires a moist, shady environment with a soil pH between 5.5 and 7.0 and good drainage. The plant should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Fissidens linearilimbatus
Fissidens linearilimbatus can be found in tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Fissidens linearilimbatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fissidens linearilimbatus?
Fissidens linearilimbatus
What type of plant is Fissidens linearilimbatus?
Moss
Where is Fissidens linearilimbatus found?
North America, Europe, and Asia
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
Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35181235: Based on data supplied by Bryonames