Status:
valid
Authors:
(Broth.) Enroth
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2022
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 125(2): 321. 2022
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020127
Common Names
- Forsstroemia setschwanica
- Setschwanica Forsstroemia
- Setschwanica Fern
Description
Forsstroemia setschwanica (also called Setschwan Forsstroemia, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Forsstroemia setschwanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Forsstroemia setschwanica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Forsstroemia setschwanica are small, slender, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Forsstroemia setschwanica 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 setschwanica
Forsstroemia setschwanica is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.
Forsstroemia setschwanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Forsstroemia setschwanica?
Forsstroemia setschwanica
What is the common name of Forsstroemia setschwanica?
Setschwanica Forsstroemia
What is the natural habitat of Forsstroemia setschwanica?
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,