Fontinalis neomexicana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Table of Contents
- Summary
- Common names
- Description
- Uses & Benefits
- Flower, Seeds and seedlings
- Where to find
- FAQ
- References
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
neomexicana
ID:
1182793
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sull. & Lesq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Musci Bor.-Amer. 47 [no. 224b] 47 [no. 224b] 1856
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182131
Common Names
- New Mexico Fontinalis
- New Mexico Willow Moss
- Fontinalis neomexicana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Fontinalis neomexicana (also called New Mexico Water Moss, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic moss found in North America. It is a small, greenish-brown plant with a creeping stem and small, pointed leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada, and is found in slow-moving streams and rivers, as well as in still, shallow waters.
Uses & Benefits
Fontinalis neomexicana is used as a decorative plant in aquariums, as it provides a natural look and helps to oxygenate the water. It is also used in water filtration systems, as it helps to filter out pollutants and toxins from the water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fontinalis neomexicana has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Fontinalis neomexicana is native to the southwestern United States, including Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Fontinalis neomexicana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fontinalis neomexicana?
Fontinalis neomexicana
What is the common name of Fontinalis neomexicana?
New Mexico Willow Moss
Where is Fontinalis neomexicana found?
Fontinalis neomexicana is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Fontinalis genus
Fontinalis antipyretica, Fontinalis bogotensis, Fontinalis dalecarlica, Fontinalis flaccida, Fontinalis howellii, Fontinalis hypnoides, Fontinalis missourica, Fontinalis neomexicana, Fontinalis novae-angliae, Fontinalis perfida, Fontinalis squamosa, Fontinalis sullivantii, Fontinalis tournalii, Fontinalis sphagnifolia, Fontinalis welchiana, Fontinalis redfearnii, Fontinalis dichelymoides, Fontinalis pristina, Fontinalis sismondana,
Species in the Fontinalaceae family
Brachelyma subulatum, Dichelyma capillaceum, Dichelyma falcatum, Dichelyma japonicum, Dichelyma pallescens, Dichelyma uncinatum, Fontinalis antipyretica, Fontinalis bogotensis, Fontinalis dalecarlica, Fontinalis flaccida, Fontinalis howellii, Fontinalis hypnoides, Fontinalis missourica, Fontinalis neomexicana, Fontinalis novae-angliae, Fontinalis perfida, Fontinalis squamosa, Fontinalis sullivantii, Fontinalis tournalii, Fontinalis sphagnifolia, Fontinalis welchiana, Fontinalis redfearnii, Fontinalis dichelymoides, Fontinalis pristina, Fontinalis sismondana,
References
Leo Lesquereux (1806-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lesq.' in the authors string.
William Starling Sullivant (1803-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sull.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35160042: Based on data supplied by Bryonames