Kingdom:
Phylum:
Takakiopsida
Order:
Takakiales
Genus:
Species:
ceratophylla
ID:
1196643

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


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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.

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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

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184413: Based on data supplied by Bryonames