Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
tortifolia
ID:
1191964

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dixon

Source:
tro

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 39: 782 1937

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001191302



Common Names

  • Symphysodontella tortifolia
  • Symphysodontella Moss
  • Symphysodontella Lichen


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Description

Symphysodontella tortifolia (also called Tortuous-leaved Feather Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted moss with stems up to 4 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate, with a pointed tip and a serrated margin. It is found in grasslands, open woods, and disturbed sites. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.

Uses & Benefits

Symphysodontella tortifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphysodontella tortifolia is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphysodontella tortifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Japan. It grows to a height of 1.5 m (5 ft) and has small, dark green leaves with a wavy edge. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 7.

Where to Find Symphysodontella tortifolia

Symphysodontella tortifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Symphysodontella tortifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphysodontella tortifolia?

Symphysodontella tortifolia

What is the common name of Symphysodontella tortifolia?

Tortifolia

What is the natural habitat of Symphysodontella tortifolia?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Pterobryaceae family

Calyptothecium acostatum, Calyptothecium prainii, Calyptothecium acutum, Calyptothecium bescherellei, Calyptothecium burmense, Calyptothecium duplicatum, Calyptothecium extensum, Calyptothecium hookeri, Calyptothecium nitidum, Calyptothecium oxyphyllum, Calyptothecium pinnatum, Calyptothecium ramosii, Calyptothecium recurvulum, Calyptothecium subacutum, Calyptothecium subhumile, Calyptothecium symphysodontoides, Calyptothecium urvilleanum, Calyptothecium wightii, Calyptothecium auriculatum, Calyptothecium integrifolium, Calyptothecium compressum, Calyptothecium pterobryoides, Calyptothecium squarrosulum, Calyptothecium phyllogonioides, Calyptothecium philippinense, Henicodium geniculatum, Hildebrandtiella cuspidans, Hildebrandtiella endotrichelloides, Hildebrandtiella longiseta, Hildebrandtiella phleoides, Jaegerina formosa, Jaegerina guatemalensis, Jaegerina luzonensis, Jaegerina plicata, Jaegerina robillardii, Jaegerina scariosa, Jaegerina solitaria, Jaegerina stolonifera, Jaegerina retrosquarrosa, Micralsopsis complanata, Muellerobryum whiteleggei, Neolindbergia deningeri, Neolindbergia rigida, Neolindbergia robusta, Neolindbergia rugosa, Neolindbergia vitiensis, Neolindbergia cladomnioides, Neolindbergia veloirae, Orthorrhynchidium planifrons, Orthostichopsis fornicata,

References

Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35177667: Based on data supplied by Bryonames