Fissidens tonkinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tonkinensis
ID:
1182566
Status:
valid
Authors:
Paris & Broth.
Source:
tro
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. 33: 54 1906
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001181904
Common Names
- Fissidens tonkinensis
- Tonkinensis Fissidens Moss
- Fissidens Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Fissidens tonkinensis (also called Tonkinensis Fissidens, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic moss species that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a bright green color and grows in dense tufts. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as along the edges of streams and ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Fissidens tonkinensis is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and as a ground cover in gardens. It is also known to help absorb pollutants from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Fissidens tonkinensis are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are tiny and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Fissidens tonkinensis can be propagated by dividing the plant into smaller pieces and replanting them in a new location. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in an aquarium or terrarium and can tolerate a wide range of water parameters.
Where to Find Fissidens tonkinensis
Fissidens tonkinensis is native to Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.
Fissidens tonkinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fissidens tonkinensis?
Fissidens tonkinensis
What type of plant is Fissidens tonkinensis?
Moss
Where is Fissidens tonkinensis found?
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
Jean Édouard Gabriel Narcisse Paris (1827-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paris' in the authors string.
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: 35159615: Based on data supplied by Bryonames