Splachnobryum temasekensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Pottiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
temasekensis
ID:
1213599
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.C. Tan, B.C. Ho & Seah
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 96: 228. f. 9–17 2004
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212937
Common Names
- Splachnobryum temasekensis
- Temasekensis Liverwort
- Temasekensis Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Splachnobryum temasekensis (also called Temasek Splachnobryum, among many other common names) is a small moss species that is found in New Zealand and Australia. It is a cushion-forming plant with small, ovate leaves that are arranged in three rows. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and on the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Splachnobryum temasekensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. The plant is known for its ability to tolerate drought and is often used to control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Splachnobryum temasekensis has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Cultivation and propagation of Splachnobryum temasekensis is best done in a well-draining, acidic potting mix. It is best to water the plant regularly, but not too much, and to fertilize it every few weeks. Propagation is done by division, and the plant can be divided in spring or summer.
Where to Find Splachnobryum temasekensis
Splachnobryum temasekensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and South America.
Species in the Splachnobryum genus
Splachnobryum limbatum, Splachnobryum aquaticum, Splachnobryum assamicum, Splachnobryum gracile, Splachnobryum novae-guineae, Splachnobryum obtusum, Splachnobryum oorschotii, Splachnobryum valdiviae, Splachnobryum wiemansii, Splachnobryum crassinervium, Splachnobryum temasekensis, Splachnobryum procerrimum,
Species in the Splachnobryaceae family
Splachnobryum limbatum, Splachnobryum aquaticum, Splachnobryum assamicum, Splachnobryum gracile, Splachnobryum novae-guineae, Splachnobryum obtusum, Splachnobryum oorschotii, Splachnobryum valdiviae, Splachnobryum wiemansii, Splachnobryum crassinervium, Splachnobryum temasekensis, Splachnobryum procerrimum, Koponobryum bengalense, Koponobryum papillosum,
References
B.C. Ho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Ho' in the authors string.
Benito Ching Tan (1946-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Tan' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35215601: Based on data supplied by Bryonames