Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Pottiales
Species:
wiemansii
ID:
1191124

Status:
valid

Authors:
M. Fleisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Musci Buitenzorg 2: 474 1904

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001190462



Common Names

  • Splachnobryum wiemansii
  • Wiemans' Splachnobryum
  • Splachnobryum Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Splachnobryum wiemansii is often used as a decorative plant in gardens and is known for its ability to tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels. It can also be used to provide ground cover in areas where grass may not be able to grow.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Splachnobryum wiemansii is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five to six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Splachnobryum wiemansii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by sowing spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a humus-rich, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position.

Where to Find Splachnobryum wiemansii

Splachnobryum wiemansii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

References

Max Fleischer (1861-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fleisch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35176351: Based on data supplied by Bryonames