Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
setschwanica
ID:
1537879

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

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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.

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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 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: 100527765: Based on data supplied by Bryonames