Metzgeria deniseana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Metzgeriidae
Order:
Metzgeriales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
deniseana
ID:
1532088
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gradst. & Ilk.-Borg.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 525(1): 32. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000016493
Common Names
- Metzgeria Deniseana
- Denise's Metzgeria
- Denise's-branched Metzgeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Metzgeria deniseana (also called Denise's Shield-moss, among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a small, yellow-green stem with a single, erect, lanceolate leaf. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Metzgeria deniseana is used as a decorative plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used for erosion control and as a natural filter for water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Metzgeria deniseana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Metzgeria deniseana can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to keep the soil slightly acidic and moist. It can be grown in full sun, but it is best to provide some shade during the hottest part of the day.
Where to Find Metzgeria deniseana
Metzgeria deniseana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Metzgeria deniseana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metzgeria deniseana?
Metzgeria deniseana
What is the common name of Metzgeria deniseana?
Denise's Metzgeria
Where is Metzgeria deniseana found?
Metzgeria deniseana is found in the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Metzgeria genus
Metzgeria ciliata, Metzgeria kinabaluensis, Metzgeria americana, Metzgeria senjoana, Metzgeria conjugata, Metzgeria crassipilis, Metzgeria furcata, Metzgeria leptoneura, Metzgeria myriopoda, Metzgeria uncigera, Metzgeria pubescens, Metzgeria albinea, Metzgeria aurantiaca, Metzgeria fruticola, Metzgeria lechleri, Metzgeria liebmanniana, Metzgeria quadrifaria, Metzgeria rufula, Metzgeria scyphigera, Metzgeria epiphylla, Metzgeria bracteata, Metzgeria clavaeflora, Metzgeria polytricha, Metzgeria consanguinea, Metzgeria auriculata, Metzgeria bartlettii, Metzgeria jamesonii, Metzgeria subundulata, Metzgeria engelii, Metzgeria hegewaldii, Metzgeria maegdefraui, Metzgeria monoica, Metzgeria neotropica, Metzgeria parviinvolucrata, Metzgeria sparrei, Metzgeria undulata, Metzgeria violacea, Metzgeria cleefii, Metzgeria agnewii, Metzgeria laciniata, Metzgeria acuminata, Metzgeria simplex, Metzgeria alpina, Metzgeria kuwaharae, Metzgeria lindbergii, Metzgeria decrescens, Metzgeria divaricata, Metzgeria rigida, Metzgeria chilensis, Metzgeria fukuokana,
Species in the Metzgeriaceae family
Metzgeria ciliata, Metzgeria kinabaluensis, Metzgeria americana, Metzgeria senjoana, Metzgeria conjugata, Metzgeria crassipilis, Metzgeria furcata, Metzgeria leptoneura, Metzgeria myriopoda, Metzgeria uncigera, Metzgeria pubescens, Metzgeria albinea, Metzgeria aurantiaca, Metzgeria fruticola, Metzgeria lechleri, Metzgeria liebmanniana, Metzgeria quadrifaria, Metzgeria rufula, Metzgeria scyphigera, Metzgeria epiphylla, Metzgeria bracteata, Metzgeria clavaeflora, Metzgeria polytricha, Metzgeria consanguinea, Metzgeria auriculata, Metzgeria bartlettii, Metzgeria jamesonii, Metzgeria subundulata, Metzgeria engelii, Metzgeria hegewaldii, Metzgeria maegdefraui, Metzgeria monoica, Metzgeria neotropica, Metzgeria parviinvolucrata, Metzgeria sparrei, Metzgeria undulata, Metzgeria violacea, Metzgeria cleefii, Metzgeria agnewii, Metzgeria laciniata, Metzgeria acuminata, Metzgeria simplex, Metzgeria alpina, Metzgeria kuwaharae, Metzgeria lindbergii, Metzgeria decrescens, Metzgeria divaricata, Metzgeria rigida, Metzgeria chilensis, Metzgeria fukuokana,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100521327: Based on data supplied by Bryonames