Status:
valid
Authors:
Ignatova & Ignatov
Source:
tro
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Arctoa 19: 108 2010
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040358
Common Names
- Lindbergia
- Dagestanica
- Dagestanica Lindbergia
Description
Lindbergia dagestanica (also called Dagestan lindbergia, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Lindbergiaceae family. It is native to Russia. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in areas with high humidity and temperatures of 10–30 °C (50–86 °F).
Uses & Benefits
Lindbergia dagestanica has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat inflammation, fever, and headaches. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and to reduce the risk of certain types of cancer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Lindbergia dagestanica flower is small and white in color. The seed is a small, black, oblong shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lindbergia dagestanica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Eastern Europe. It is best grown in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a cold frame or greenhouse.
Where to Find Lindbergia dagestanica
Lindbergia dagestanica is native to Russia.
Species in the Lindbergia genus
Lindbergia geniculata,
Lindbergia dagestanica,
Lindbergia maritima,
Lindbergia brachyptera,
Lindbergia haplocladioides,
Lindbergia japonica,
Lindbergia koelzii,
Lindbergia mexicana,
Lindbergia ovata,
Lindbergia patentifolia,
Lindbergia pseudoleskeoides,
Lindbergia sinensis,
Lindbergia viridis,
Lindbergia longinervis,
Lindbergia brevifolia,
Lindbergia pellicula,
Lindbergia serrulata,
Lindbergia grandiretis,
Species in the Leskeaceae family
Fabronidium guatemaliense,
Haplocladium parvulum,
Haplocladium angustifolium,
Haplocladium discolor,
Haplocladium gracilisetum,
Haplocladium jacquemontii,
Haplocladium larminatii,
Haplocladium microphyllum,
Haplocladium percapillatum,
Haplocladium persistens,
Haplocladium porphyropelma,
Haplocladium schimperi,
Haplocladium stratosum,
Haplocladium strictulum,
Haplocladium virginianum,
Haplocladium plumulosum,
Haplocladium perparaphyllum,
Haplocladium vestitum,
Haplocladium kiusiuense,
Hylocomiopsis cylindricarpa,
Hylocomiopsis ovicarpa,
Leptocladium sinense,
Leskea plumaria,
Leskea polenburgii,
Leskea polycarpa,
Leskea riparia,
Leskea scabrinervis,
Leskea subacuminata,
Leskea subfiliramea,
Leskea vaucheri,
Leskea australis,
Leskea brevifolia,
Leskea catenularia,
Leskea consanguinea,
Leskea filivaga,
Leskea gracilescens,
Leskea guineensis,
Leskea hyloapiculata,
Leskea integra,
Leskea latifolia,
Leskea mauritiana,
Leskea obscura,
Leskea filaria,
Leskea leskeoides,
Leskea perstricta,
Leskea moravica,
Leskea sublaevifolia,
Leskea acuminata,
Leskea schiedeana,
Leskeadelphus angustatus,