Forsstroemia humilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
1537875
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) Enroth
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 125(2): 322. 2022
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020123
Common Names
- Forsstroemia humilis
- Humble Forsstroemia
- Humble Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Forsstroemia humilis (also called 'Humble Forsstroemia', among many other common names) is a small, green, leafy liverwort found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as on the banks of streams, in wet meadows, and in moist woods.
Uses & Benefits
Forsstroemia humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Forsstroemia humilis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Forsstroemia humilis are small, slender, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Forsstroemia humilis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to shape after flowering.
Where to Find Forsstroemia humilis
Forsstroemia humilis is found in North America.
Forsstroemia humilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Forsstroemia humilis?
Forsstroemia humilis
What is the common name of Forsstroemia humilis?
Humilis Forsstroemia
What is the natural habitat of Forsstroemia humilis?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Forsstroemia genus
Forsstroemia goughiana, Forsstroemia yezoana, Forsstroemia coronata, Forsstroemia cryphaeoides, Forsstroemia indica, Forsstroemia japonica, Forsstroemia neckeroides, Forsstroemia producta, Forsstroemia trichomitria, Forsstroemia thomsonii, Forsstroemia noguchii, Forsstroemia lasioides, Forsstroemia denigricans, Forsstroemia fauriei, Forsstroemia flexiramea, Forsstroemia humilis, Forsstroemia inopinata, Forsstroemia konoi, Forsstroemia pusilla, Forsstroemia setschwanica,
Species in the Neckeraceae family
Forsstroemia goughiana, Forsstroemia yezoana, Forsstroemia coronata, Forsstroemia cryphaeoides, Forsstroemia indica, Forsstroemia japonica, Forsstroemia neckeroides, Forsstroemia producta, Forsstroemia trichomitria, Forsstroemia thomsonii, Forsstroemia noguchii, Forsstroemia lasioides, Forsstroemia denigricans, Forsstroemia fauriei, Forsstroemia flexiramea, Forsstroemia humilis, Forsstroemia inopinata, Forsstroemia konoi, Forsstroemia pusilla, Forsstroemia setschwanica, Leptodon acuminatus, Leptodon longisetus, Leptodon pluvinii, Leptodon smithii, Leptodon fuciformis, Leptodon corsicus, Leptodon dillenii, Leptodon remotifolius, Taiwanobryum anacamptolepis, Taiwanobryum crenulatum, Taiwanobryum mucronatum, Taiwanobryum guangdongense, Taiwanobryum speciosum, Taiwanobryum praetermissum, Taiwanobryum serrulatifolium, Taiwanobryum undulatifolium, Taiwanobryum yunnanense, Alleniella besseri, Alleniella brownii, Alleniella chilensis, Alleniella complanata, Alleniella hymenodonta, Alleniella remota, Alleniella scabridens, Alleniella submacrocarpa, Alleniella urnigera, Alleniella andina, Alleniella ehrenbergii, Alleniella laevigata, Alleniella obtusifolia,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100527770: Based on data supplied by Bryonames