Diphyscium chiapense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Diphysciidae
Order:
Diphysciales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chiapense
ID:
1195266
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.H. Norris
Source:
tro
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 84: 375. f. 1–12 1981
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194604
Common Names
- Diphyscium chiapense
- Chiapense Diphyscium
- Chiapense Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diphyscium chiapense (also called Diphyscium chiapense, among many other common names) is a small moss with a yellowish-green stem. Its leaves are lanceolate and curved. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Diphyscium chiapense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Diphyscium chiapense sub. unipapillosum (Deguchi) T.Y. Chiang & S.H. LinFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diphyscium chiapense has small, greenish-white flowers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diphyscium chiapense is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It is best to keep the soil pH between 5.5 and 6.5.
Where to Find Diphyscium chiapense
Diphyscium chiapense is found in Central and South America.
Diphyscium chiapense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diphyscium chiapense?
Diphyscium chiapense
Where is Diphyscium chiapense found?
Diphyscium chiapense is found in Mexico.
What type of habitat does Diphyscium chiapense prefer?
Diphyscium chiapense prefers moist, shady areas.
Species in the Diphyscium genus
Diphyscium fasciculatum, Diphyscium fendleri, Diphyscium foliosum, Diphyscium fulvifolium, Diphyscium longifolium, Diphyscium mucronifolium, Diphyscium perminutum, Diphyscium satoi, Diphyscium domingense, Diphyscium chiapense, Diphyscium pocsii, Diphyscium kashmirense, Diphyscium lorifolium, Diphyscium pilmaiquen, Diphyscium tamasii, Diphyscium suzukii, Diphyscium yakushimense,
Species in the Diphysciaceae family
Diphyscium fasciculatum, Diphyscium fendleri, Diphyscium foliosum, Diphyscium fulvifolium, Diphyscium longifolium, Diphyscium mucronifolium, Diphyscium perminutum, Diphyscium satoi, Diphyscium domingense, Diphyscium chiapense, Diphyscium pocsii, Diphyscium kashmirense, Diphyscium lorifolium, Diphyscium pilmaiquen, Diphyscium tamasii, Diphyscium suzukii, Diphyscium yakushimense,
References
Daniel Howard Norris (1933-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.H.Norris' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182550: Based on data supplied by Bryonames