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
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.
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.
Species in the Meesiaceae family
Leptobryum pyriforme,
Amblyodon dealbatum,
Meesia hexasticha,
Meesia longiseta,
Meesia triquetra,
Meesia ulei,
Meesia uliginosa,
Meesia minor,
Meesia minutissima,
Neomeesia paludella,
Paludella squarrosa,