Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) Grolle
Source:
tro
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 110: 444 1963
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195981
Common Names
- Takakia ceratophylla
- Takakia Moss
- Takakia Liverwort
Description
Takakia ceratophylla (also called Ceratophyllous Takakia, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Pottiaceae. It is a small, yellow-green to yellow-brown moss with a smooth and glossy surface. It is native to Australia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Takakia ceratophylla has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Takakia ceratophylla has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne on short stalks. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Takakia ceratophylla is a small moss that is propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or spore sowing.
Where to Find Takakia ceratophylla
Takakia ceratophylla can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Species in the Takakia genus
Species in the Takakiaceae family