Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
javense
ID:
1176698

Status:
valid

Authors:
M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 44: 311. ic 1905

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001176036



Common Names

  • Macrothamnium javense
  • Javense Macrothamnium
  • Javense Moss


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Description

Macrothamnium javense (also called Cape-ivy, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky areas, forest margins and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Macrothamnium javense is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a food source for aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrothamnium javense is a small, yellow-green, cup-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrothamnium javense can be propagated by spores, as well as by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be grown in both aquatic and terrestrial environments. It should be planted in a substrate of sand, silt, and clay, and should be kept in an area with plenty of light and humidity.

Where to Find Macrothamnium javense

Macrothamnium javense can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, including Europe, North America, and Asia.

Macrothamnium javense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrothamnium javense?

Macrothamnium javense

What is the common name of Macrothamnium javense?

Javense Macrothamnium

What is the natural habitat of Macrothamnium javense?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Hylocomiaceae family

Hylocomiastrum himalayanum, Hylocomiastrum pyrenaicum, Hylocomiastrum umbratum, Hylocomium splendens, Leptohymenium brachystegium, Leptohymenium breutelii, Leptohymenium dentatum, Leptohymenium hokinense, Leptohymenium longisetaceum, Leptohymenium loriferum, Leptohymenium stramineum, Leptohymenium tenue, Leptohymenium sharpii, Loeskeobryum brevirostre, Loeskeobryum cavifolium, Macrothamnium javense, Macrothamnium macrocarpum, Macrothamnium leptohymenioides, Meteoriella soluta, Neodolichomitra yunnanensis, Orontobryum hookeri, Orontobryum darjeelingensis, Pleurozium schreberi, Pleurozium quitense, Puiggariopsis aurifolia, Rhytidiadelphus loreus, Rhytidiadelphus squarrosus, Rhytidiadelphus japonicus, Rhytidiadelphus subpinnatus, Rhytidiadelphus pacificus, Rhytidiopsis robusta, Leptocladiella delicatula, Leptocladiella flagellaris, Leptocladiella psilura, Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus,

References

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: 35150704: Based on data supplied by Bryonames