Mastigobryum madagassum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
madagassum
ID:
1525492
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 6: 473. 1924
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011026
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastigobryum madagassum (also called 'Madagascar Moss' and 'Madagascar Moss-like', among many other common names) is a small moss species with a bright green color and a cushion-like growth form. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist and shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Mastigobryum madagassum is often used as a ground cover in gardens and can be used to create a natural, lush look.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastigobryum madagassum has small, yellow-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastigobryum madagassum can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shaded environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. The plant prefers temperatures between 10-25°C and should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Mastigobryum madagassum
Mastigobryum madagassum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Mastigobryum madagassum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastigobryum madagassum?
Mastigobryum madagassum
What is the common name of Mastigobryum madagassum?
Mastigobryum madagassum
Where is Mastigobryum madagassum found?
Madagascar
Species in the Mastigobryum genus
Mastigobryum rajanum, Mastigobryum venezuelanum, Mastigobryum vermiculare, Mastigobryum ledermannii, Mastigobryum londbergii, Mastigobryum asperum, Mastigobryum longifolium, Mastigobryum madagassum, Mastigobryum minutitextum, Mastigobryum multidens, Mastigobryum muscicola, Mastigobryum nigricans, Mastigobryum nipuranum, Mastigobryum palmicola, Mastigobryum decurrens, Mastigobryum deningeri, Mastigobryum dentistipulum, Mastigobryum everettii, Mastigobryum ribehanum, Mastigobryum ruficaule, Mastigobryum schraderbergii, Mastigobryum squamulistipum, Mastigobryum subhyalinum, Mastigobryum karstenii, Mastigobryum aberrans,
Species in the Lepidoziaceae family
Acromastigum anisostomum, Acromastigum bancanum, Acromastigum bifidum, Acromastigum brotheri, Acromastigum capillare, Acromastigum colensoanum, Acromastigum cunninghamii, Acromastigum echinatiforme, Acromastigum echinatum, Acromastigum exiguum, Acromastigum exile, Acromastigum filum, Acromastigum fimbriatum, Acromastigum inaequilaterum, Acromastigum integrifolium, Acromastigum laetevirens, Acromastigum linganum, Acromastigum mooreanum, Acromastigum obliquatum, Acromastigum tenax, Acromastigum verticale, Acromastigum moratii, Acromastigum pusillum, Acromastigum stellare, Acromastigum rigidum, Acromastigum subechinatiforme, Acromastigum adaptatum, Acromastigum divaricatum, Acromastigum longirete, Acromastigum fumosum, Acromastigum furcatifolium, Acromastigum herzogii, Acromastigum homodictyon, Acromastigum implexum, Acromastigum interstisiale, Acromastigum laevigatum, Acromastigum lamyi, Acromastigum leptophyllum, Acromastigum lobuliferum, Acromastigum marginatum, Acromastigum microstichum, Acromastigum prismaticale, Acromastigum stenophyllum, Acromastigum aurescens, Acromastigum caledonicum, Acromastigum carcinum, Acromastigum cavifolium, Acromastigum curtilobum, Amazoopsis diplopoda, Amazoopsis gracilis,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100456205: Based on data supplied by Bryonames