Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
novoguinensis
ID:
1195781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nog.

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 61: 259. f. 2: e–j 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195119

Common Names

  • Meteoriopsis novoguinensis
  • Novoguinensis' Meteoriopsis
  • Forked Meteoriopsis

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Description

Meteoriopsis novoguinensis (also called Novoguinean Meteoriopsis, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Meteoriopsidaceae. It is found in Asia, specifically in Papua New Guinea. This species is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Meteoriopsis novoguinensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Meteoriopsis novoguinensis has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have a single, short stem with two small, opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meteoriopsis novoguinensis is a small, evergreen moss that grows in clumps. It prefers moist, shady areas and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. Division is best done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Spore sowing is best done in the spring or summer when the temperatures are warmer. The spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Meteoriopsis novoguinensis

Meteoriopsis novoguinensis is found in the northern hemisphere, in boreal and temperate regions. It is found in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and swamps.

Meteoriopsis novoguinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meteoriopsis novoguinensis?

Meteoriopsis novoguinensis

What type of plant is Meteoriopsis novoguinensis?

A moss

What is the common name of Meteoriopsis novoguinensis?

Novoguin Meteoropsis

Species in the Meteoriaceae family

Duthiella flaccida, Duthiella formosana, Duthiella speciosissima, Duthiella wallichii, Duthiella declinata, Aerobryidium aureonitens, Aerobryidium crispifolium, Aerobryidium filamentosum, Aerobryidium laosiense, Aerobryidium levieri, Aerobryidium indicum, Aerobryopsis capensis, Aerobryopsis cochlearifolia, Aerobryopsis deflexa, Aerobryopsis leptosigmata, Aerobryopsis membranacea, Aerobryopsis parisii, Aerobryopsis pulchricoma, Aerobryopsis striatula, Aerobryopsis subdivergens, Aerobryopsis subleptostigmata, Aerobryopsis vitiana, Aerobryopsis cirrifolia, Aerobryopsis fuscescens, Aerobryopsis aristifolia, Aerobryopsis yunnanensis, Aerobryopsis longissima, Aerobryopsis bauerae, Aerobryopsis eravikulamensis, Barbella angustifolia, Barbella turgida, Barbella capillaris, Barbella compressiramea, Barbella futunensis, Barbella horridula, Barbella kurzii, Barbella perpinnata, Barbella rufifolia, Barbella tenax, Barbella biformis, Barbella chrysonema, Barbella eusebii, Barbella minuta, Barbella linearifolia, Barbellopsis macroblasta, Barbellopsis trichophora, Barbellopsis conferva, Chrysocladium retrorsum, Cryptopapillaria feae, Cryptopapillaria chrysoclada,

References

Akira Noguchi (1907-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nog.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183306: Based on data supplied by Bryonames