Status:
valid
Authors:
R. Watan.
Source:
tro
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Cryptog. Fl. Pakistan 2: 259. f. 1 1993
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198413
Description
Miyabea nishimurae (also called Nishimura's Miyabea Moss, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss that is native to Japan. It prefers to grow in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests, meadows, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Miyabea nishimurae is used in traditional medicine to treat digestive disorders, as well as to reduce fever and inflammation. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Miyabea nishimurae has small, yellow-green flowers with a single anther. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and yellow-green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Miyabea nishimurae is a small, terrestrial moss native to Japan. It can be propagated by spores or by division. To cultivate Miyabea nishimurae, keep the soil moist and provide indirect sunlight. Fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.
Where to Find Miyabea nishimurae
Miyabea nishimurae is found in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Miyabea genus
Species in the Miyabeaceae family
References
Ryozo Watanabe: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Watan.' in the authors string.