Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
indica
ID:
1168849

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth. & P. de la Varde

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. 52: 40 1925

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001168187



Common Names

  • Juratzkaea indica
  • Indian Juratzkaea
  • Indian Moss


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Description

Juratzkaea indica (also called Indian Feathermoss, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a feathery growth habit. It is native to the temperate regions of India. It is commonly found in moist, shady areas, such as forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Juratzkaea indica is a species of moss that is often used in landscaping and gardens. It is used to create a natural and attractive ground cover, and it is low-maintenance and requires little water. It is also used to cover bare patches of soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Juratzkaea indica has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Juratzkaea indica is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Juratzkaea indica

Juratzkaea indica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Species in the Stereophyllaceae family

Catagoniopsis berteroana, Entodontopsis contorte-operculata, Entodontopsis radicalis, Entodontopsis leucostega, Entodontopsis nitens, Entodontopsis anceps, Entodontopsis angustiretis, Entodontopsis mexicana, Entodontopsis pygmaea, Entodontopsis rhynchostegioides, Entodontopsis rufescens, Entodontopsis sedgwickii, Entodontopsis setschwanica, Entodontopsis tavoyensis, Entodontopsis tenuinervis, Entodontopsis wightii, Entodontopsis cultelliformis, Juratzkaea indica, Juratzkaea seminervis, Juratzkaea argentinica, Juratzkaea incisa, Pilosium chlorophyllum, Sciuroleskea mittenii, Sciuroleskea xanthophylla, Stenocarpidium leucodon, Stereophyllum andungense, Stereophyllum aptychopsis, Stereophyllum bremondii, Stereophyllum cataractarum, Stereophyllum jamaicense, Stereophyllum laxirete, Stereophyllum lepidopiloides, Stereophyllum leucothallum, Stereophyllum macrocarpum, Stereophyllum radiculosum, Stereophyllum subacuminatum, Stereophyllum vitiense, Stereophyllum favaroi, Stereophyllum acutum,

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Robert André Léopold Potier de la Varde (1878-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.de la Varde' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35138191: Based on data supplied by Bryonames