Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnodendrales
Species:
diversifolium
ID:
1214979

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth. & Geh.) N.E. Bell, A.E. Newton & D. Quandt

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 110: 557 2007

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214317



Common Names

  • Touwiodendron diversifolium
  • Diversifolious Touwiodendron
  • Diversifolious Moss


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Description

Touwiodendron diversifolium (also called Diversifolium Touwiodendron, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green moss with a thin, glossy texture. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in moist, shady areas such as tropical forests and rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Touwiodendron diversifolium is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Touwiodendron diversifolium are small and yellowish-green. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Touwiodendron diversifolium is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. It can tolerate some drought but prefers regular watering. Pruning is not necessary but can be done to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Touwiodendron diversifolium

Touwiodendron diversifolium can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Touwiodendron diversifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Touwiodendron diversifolium?

Touwiodendron diversifolium

What type of plant is Touwiodendron diversifolium?

Moss

Where is Touwiodendron diversifolium found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Touwiodendron genus

Species in the Spiridentaceae family

Bescherellia elegantissima, Cyrtopus setosus, Dendro-hypnum beccarii, Dendro-hypnum auricomum, Dendro-hypnum brevipes, Dendro-hypnum flagelliferum, Dendro-hypnum fuscomucronatum, Dendro-hypnum milnei, Dendro-hypnum opacum, Dendro-hypnum reinwardtii, Dendro-hypnum subspininervium, Hypnodendron arcuatum, Hypnodendron junghuhnii, Hypnodendron marginatum, Hypnodendron microstictum, Hypnodendron samoanum, Hypnodendron spininervium, Hypnodendron vitiense, Spiridens camusii, Spiridens capillifer, Spiridens longifolius, Spiridens perichaetialis, Spiridens reinwardtii, Spiridens vieillardii, Spiridens spiridentoides, Touwiodendron diversifolium, Mniodendron camptotheca, Mniodendron colensoi, Mniodendron comatulum, Mniodendron comatum, Mniodendron comosum, Mniodendron dendroides, Mniodendron tahiticum,