Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
deflexa
ID:
327090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cheeseman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Man. New Zealand Fl. : 692 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326422



Common Names

  • Townsonia deflexa
  • Drooping Townsonia
  • Hanging Townsonia


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Description

Townsonia deflexa (also called Deflexed Townsonia, among many other common names) is a small, tufted moss species native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has a prostrate growth habit, with short, thick leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, often in woodlands or grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Townsonia deflexa is a shrub native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Townsonia deflexa is yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Townsonia deflexa is a small, evergreen, mat-forming moss that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or in the garden. It prefers bright indirect light and moist soil. It can be propagated by division or by spore. Division should be done in the spring or summer, and spores should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist.

Where to Find Townsonia deflexa

Townsonia deflexa can be found in the western United States and Mexico.

Townsonia deflexa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Townsonia deflexa?

Townsonia deflexa

What are the common names of Townsonia deflexa?

Deflexed Townsonia

What is the growth habit of Townsonia deflexa?

It is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Townsonia genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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