Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Species:
geniculata
ID:
1041019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Laz.) Ignatova & Ignatov

Source:
tro

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Arctoa 19: 105

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001040357



Common Names

  • Lindbergia
  • Geniculata
  • Geniculata Lindbergia


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Description

Lindbergia geniculata (also called geniculate 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 geniculata 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 geniculata 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindbergia geniculata 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 geniculata

Lindbergia geniculata is native to Russia.

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,

References

Mikhail Stanislavovich Ignatov (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatov' in the authors string.
Elena Anatol'evna Ignatova (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatova' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100367511: Based on data supplied by Bryonames