Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brid.) Enroth
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 122(2): 225. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020214
Common Names
- Pinnatidendron piniforme
- Pine-Shaped Pinnatidendron
- Pine-Shaped Fern
Description
Pinnatidendron piniforme (also called Pinnatidendron piniforme, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a yellowish-green color and a prostrate growth habit. It is found growing in moist, shady areas, often on the ground or on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Pinnatidendron piniforme has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pinnatidendron piniforme is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pinnatidendron piniforme is a fern that can be propagated from spores. The spores should be collected and sown on a moist, well-draining soil mix. The spores should be kept moist and in a shady area until they are established.
Where to Find Pinnatidendron piniforme
Pinnatidendron piniforme is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Pinnatidendron piniforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pinnatidendron piniforme?
Pinnatidendron piniforme
What is the common name of Pinnatidendron piniforme?
Unknown
Where is Pinnatidendron piniforme found?
Tropical Africa
Species in the Pinnatidendron genus
Species in the Orthostichellaceae family
Dixonia orientalis,
Orthostichella hexasticha,
Orthostichella pandurifolia,
Orthostichella versicolor,
Orthostichella capillicaulis,
Orthostichella longinervis,
Orthostichella muelleri,
Orthostichella pachygastrella,
Orthostichella rigida,
Orthostichella welwitschii,
Afrothamnium stipitatum,
Deslooveria dentata,
Deslooveria quintasii,
Deslooveria saotomensis,
Deslooveria usagara,
Deslooveria variifolioides,
Pinnatidendron piniforme,
Scabrellifolium elongatum,
Scabrellifolium substriatum,