Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Genus:
Species:
wichurae
ID:
1182617

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth. & M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 38 (Beibl.): 127 1899

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001181955



Common Names

  • Wichurae Fissidens
  • Wichurae Fissidens
  • Wichurae Moss


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Description

Fissidens wichurae (also called Wichura's Fissidens, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Hypnaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a prostrate habit and ovate leaves. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas and Africa, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Fissidens wichurae is often used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens and to create a natural, rustic look. It is also used as a natural filter for water, and can help reduce algae growth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fissidens wichurae are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are tiny and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Where to Find Fissidens wichurae

Fissidens wichurae can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Fissidens wichurae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fissidens wichurae?

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What are the common uses of Fissidens wichurae?

Fissidens wichurae is commonly used for ornamental purposes, such as in aquariums and terrariums.

What is the growth rate of Fissidens wichurae?

Fissidens wichurae has a slow to moderate growth rate.

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.
Max Fleischer (1861-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fleisch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35159708: Based on data supplied by Bryonames