Kingdom:
Phylum:
Takakiopsida
Order:
Takakiales
Genus:
Species:
lepidozioides
ID:
1196641

Status:
valid

Authors:
S. Hatt. & Inoue

Source:
tro

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 19: 137. f. 1–24 1958

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195979





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Description

Takakia lepidozioides (also called Lepidozioid 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 lepidozioides has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Takakia lepidozioides 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 lepidozioides 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 lepidozioides

Takakia lepidozioides can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Species in the Takakia genus

Species in the Takakiaceae family

References

Sinske Hattori (1915-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Hatt.' in the authors string.
Hiroshi Inoue (1932-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Inoue' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184411: Based on data supplied by Bryonames