Neolepidozia disticha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
disticha
ID:
1525690
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) Fulford & J. Taylor
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1959
Citation Micro:
Brittonia. 11: 85. 1959
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011208
Common Names
- Neolepidozia disticha
- Disticha fern
- Disticha's fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neolepidozia disticha (also called 'Two-rowed Forked-hair Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green moss with forked leaves that grows in tufts. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is commonly found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Neolepidozia disticha is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neolepidozia disticha has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neolepidozia disticha can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Neolepidozia disticha
Neolepidozia disticha can be found in tropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Species in the Neolepidozia genus
Neolepidozia capilligera, Neolepidozia aubertii, Neolepidozia autoica, Neolepidozia consobrina, Neolepidozia cuneifolia, Neolepidozia disparata, Neolepidozia disticha, Neolepidozia gibbsiana, Neolepidozia heterotexta, Neolepidozia hodgsoniae, Neolepidozia longitudinalis, Neolepidozia mamillosa, Neolepidozia meridiana, Neolepidozia oligophylla, Neolepidozia ophiria, Neolepidozia palmata, Neolepidozia paludicola, Neolepidozia papulosa, Neolepidozia parvifolia, Neolepidozia patentissima, Neolepidozia pennata, Neolepidozia planifolia, Neolepidozia praenitens, Neolepidozia quadristipula, Neolepidozia rectangularis, Neolepidozia seriatitexta, Neolepidozia tetrapila, Neolepidozia tridactylis, Neolepidozia trifida, Neolepidozia verruculosa, Neolepidozia wallichiana,
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: 100402353: Based on data supplied by Bryonames