Description
Fissidens townsendianus (also called Townsendianus Fissidens, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Fissidentaceae. It is found in the temperate regions of Europe and North America. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually on the ground or on rocks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fissidens townsendianus has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fissidens townsendianus is a small, evergreen moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is best propagated by division of the thalli, which can be done in spring or early summer. The thalli should be divided into small pieces and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. It can also be propagated from spores, which should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.