Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Hedwigiales
Genus:
Species:
tucumanensis
ID:
1199000

Status:
valid

Authors:
Biasuso

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Lilloa 38: 12. f. I: 6–7, IV: 1–7 1993

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198338



Common Names

  • Braunia tucumanensis
  • Tucumanensis Moss
  • Tucumanensis


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Description

Braunia tucumanensis (also called Tucuman Braunia, among many other common names) is a species of leafy liverwort in the family Brauniaceae. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, growing on soil, rocks, and tree trunks. It has a creeping growth habit and is characterized by its thin, flat, pale green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Braunia tucumanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative plant for terrariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Braunia tucumanensis has small yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Braunia tucumanensis: Braunia tucumanensis is a moss species that is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a terrestrial moss that prefers moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spore or by division. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division can be done by carefully separating the moss into small pieces and replanting them in a moist, shady area.

Where to Find Braunia tucumanensis

Braunia tucumanensis is native to South America.

Species in the Hedwigiaceae family

Braunia alopecura, Braunia arbuscula, Braunia attenuata, Braunia camptoclada, Braunia cirrhifolia, Braunia cochlearifolia, Braunia diaphana, Braunia entodonticarpa, Braunia exserta, Braunia macropelma, Braunia plicata, Braunia rupestris, Braunia schimperi, Braunia secunda, Braunia squarrulosa, Braunia subincana, Braunia subplicata, Braunia nephelogenes, Braunia tucumanensis, Braunia andrieuxii, Braunia argentinica, Braunia canescens, Braunia incana, Hedwigia ciliata, Hedwigia filiformis, Hedwigia nivalis, Hedwigia stellata, Hedwigia detonsa, Hedwigia brevipilifera, Hedwigia emodica, Hedwigia striata, Hedwigia czernyadjevae, Hedwigia kuzenevae, Hedwigia mollis, Hedwigia nemoralis, Hedwigidium imberbe, Hedwigidium neelgiriensis, Pararhacocarpus patagonicus, Pseudobraunia californica, Rhacocarpus alpinus, Rhacocarpus apiculatus, Rhacocarpus chlorotus, Rhacocarpus excisus, Rhacocarpus inermis, Rhacocarpus purpurascens, Rhacocarpus rehmannianus, Rhacocarpus strictipilus,

References

Amalia Beatríz Biasuso (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Biasuso' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35188243: Based on data supplied by Bryonames