Fontinalis pristina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pristina
ID:
1182806
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lesq.
Source:
tro
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Cretac. Tert. Fl. 135. 21 f. 9 1883
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182144
Common Names
- Pristine Fontinalis
- Pristine Willow Moss
- Fontinalis pristina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Fontinalis pristina 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
The flower of Fontinalis pristina is small and inconspicuous, typically yellowish-green in color. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, erect leaf and a short stem.
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Fontinalis pristina is native to the southeastern United States, including Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi.
Fontinalis pristina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fontinalis pristina?
Fontinalis pristina
What is the common name of Fontinalis pristina?
Pristine Willow Moss
Where is Fontinalis pristina found?
Fontinalis pristina 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.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35160067: Based on data supplied by Bryonames