Description
Macromitrium perreflexum (also called Perreflexum moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a stem-like structure and small, scale-like leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, on the edges of streams, and on the sides of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Macromitrium perreflexum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, asthma, and skin diseases. It is also used as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macromitrium perreflexum has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macromitrium perreflexum is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. When propagating by division, the moss should be divided into small clumps and then planted in a moist, shady area. When propagating by spore sowing, the spores should be sown onto a moist, shady surface and kept moist until germination occurs.