Description
Fissidens marthae (also called Martha's Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a creeping habit. It is native to the Americas, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, forest floors, and stream banks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fissidens marthae has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rounded shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fissidens marthae can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shaded areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. When grown in a pot, it should be kept in a medium that is well-draining and has a neutral pH. When grown in the ground, it should be kept in a moist, shady area with a neutral pH. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing.