Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
perfalcatus
ID:
1179643

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Bih. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. Handl. 26 Afd. 3(7): 13 1900

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001178981



Common Names

  • Falcate Fissidens
  • Slender Fissidens
  • Tiny Fissidens


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Description

Fissidens perfalcatus (also called Fissidens perfalcatus, among many other common names) is a small moss species that is native to North America, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist, shady habitats in forests, swamps, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Fissidens perfalcatus can be used in aquariums as a decorative plant and can help to reduce nitrate levels in the water. It can also be used to create a natural habitat for fish and other aquatic creatures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Fissidens perfalcatus is small, with a yellowish-green color. The seed is small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fissidens perfalcatus can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with plenty of air circulation. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and should be allowed to dry out slightly between waterings. Fertilizer should be applied sparingly, as too much can cause the plant to become leggy.

Where to Find Fissidens perfalcatus

Fissidens perfalcatus can be found in moist, shady forests in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Fissidens perfalcatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens perfalcatus?

Fissidens perfalcatus

What type of plant is Fissidens perfalcatus?

Moss

What is the natural habitat of Fissidens perfalcatus?

Moist, shady areas

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: 35155303: Based on data supplied by Bryonames