Metzgeria magellanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Metzgeriidae
Order:
Metzgeriales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magellanica
ID:
1532120
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schiffn.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Die Forschungsreise S.M.S. Gazelle. 4(Lebermoose): 43. 1890
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000016517
Common Names
- Metzgeria magellanica
- Magellanica Metzgeria
- Magellanic Metzgeria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Metzgeria magellanica (also called Magellanic Shield-moss, among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in the Southern Hemisphere. It has a small, yellow-green stem with a single, erect, lanceolate leaf. It is native to South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Metzgeria magellanica 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 magellanica has small, yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small and black. Seedlings are green and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Metzgeria magellanica can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with plenty of humidity. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and the plant should be fertilized lightly every few weeks.
Where to Find Metzgeria magellanica
Metzgeria magellanica can be found in the Southern Hemisphere, specifically in South America.
Metzgeria magellanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metzgeria magellanica?
Metzgeria magellanica
What is the common name of Metzgeria magellanica?
Magellan Moss
Where is Metzgeria magellanica found?
Metzgeria magellanica is found in the Southern Hemisphere, including South America, Australia, New Zealand, and the Falkland Islands.
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: 100455947: Based on data supplied by Bryonames