Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
viridis
ID:
327091

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9: 250 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326423



Common Names

  • Townsonia viridis
  • Green Townsonia
  • Viridian Townsonia


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Synonyms

  • Acianthus viridis Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Townsonia viridis (also called Green 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 viridis 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 viridis 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 viridis 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 viridis

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

Townsonia viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Townsonia viridis?

Townsonia viridis

What are the common names of Townsonia viridis?

Green Townsonia

What is the growth habit of Townsonia viridis?

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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