Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
wattsii
ID:
1154875

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales 40: 377 1915

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001154213



Common Names

  • Trachyloma wattsii
  • Wattsii Trachyloma
  • Wattsii Moss


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Description

Trachyloma wattsii (also called 'Watts' Trachyloma', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia and New Zealand. It is characterized by its small, Watts' leaves and white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trachyloma wattsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trachyloma wattsii is white or pink, with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with long, slender stems and small, oval leaves.

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Where to Find Trachyloma wattsii

Trachyloma wattsii is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35113116: Based on data supplied by Bryonames