Status:
valid
Authors:
(Broth.) Enroth
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 122(2): 227. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020210
Common Names
- Deslooveria quintasii
- Quintasii Deslooveria
- Quintasii Fern
Description
Deslooveria quintasii (also called Deslooveria quintasii, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a yellowish-green color and a prostrate growth habit. It is found growing in moist, shady areas, often on the ground or on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Deslooveria quintasii has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Deslooveria quintasii is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Deslooveria quintasii is a fern that can be propagated from spores. The spores should be collected and sown on a moist, well-draining soil mix. The spores should be kept moist and in a shady area until they are established.
Where to Find Deslooveria quintasii
Deslooveria quintasii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Deslooveria quintasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Deslooveria quintasii?
Deslooveria quintasii
What is the common name of Deslooveria quintasii?
Unknown
Where is Deslooveria quintasii found?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Deslooveria genus
Species in the Orthostichellaceae family
Dixonia orientalis,
Orthostichella hexasticha,
Orthostichella pandurifolia,
Orthostichella versicolor,
Orthostichella capillicaulis,
Orthostichella longinervis,
Orthostichella muelleri,
Orthostichella pachygastrella,
Orthostichella rigida,
Orthostichella welwitschii,
Afrothamnium stipitatum,
Deslooveria dentata,
Deslooveria quintasii,
Deslooveria saotomensis,
Deslooveria usagara,
Deslooveria variifolioides,
Pinnatidendron piniforme,
Scabrellifolium elongatum,
Scabrellifolium substriatum,