Description
Fissidens subramicola (also called Branchy Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss species with a bright green color and a branching habit. It is native to the Americas, Europe, and Asia, and is commonly found in moist, shady forests and on the edges of streams and rivers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, yellowish green, in terminal clusters. Seed: Small, black, in capsules. Seedlings: Leaves ovate-lanceolate, with entire margins.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fissidens subramicola can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can be cultivated in a pot or in the garden. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to keep it healthy. It can be propagated by division in spring or summer, or by spores in late summer or early autumn.