Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Splachnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hexasticha
ID:
1176757

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Funck) Bruch

Source:
tro

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Flora 9: 163. 165 1826

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001176095

Common Names

  • Meesia hexasticha
  • Meesia hexasticha Moss
  • Meesia hexasticha Mosses

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Description

Meesia hexasticha (also called 'Meesia', 'Hexasticha', among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a creeping rhizome. It is native to the mountains of Central and South America, and prefers moist habitats, such as wet meadows, bogs, and streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Meesia hexasticha is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Meesia hexasticha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Where to Find Meesia hexasticha

Meesia hexasticha can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Meesia hexasticha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meesia hexasticha?

Meesia hexasticha

What are the common names of Meesia hexasticha?

Hexasticha meesia, Hexasticha meesia moss

What is the habitat of Meesia hexasticha?

Meesia hexasticha is found in moist, shady areas, usually on soil or rocks, in the Northern Hemisphere.

References

Heinrich Christian Funck (1771-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Funck' in the authors string.
Philipp Bruch (1781-1847): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruch' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35150780: Based on data supplied by Bryonames