Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Genus:
Species:
fissidentoides
ID:
1196175

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. & Wilson) W.R. Buck

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 217 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195513

Common Names

  • Brymela fissidentoides
  • Fissidentoides Brymela Moss
  • Fissidentoides Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Brymela fissidentoides is a species of moss that is often used as a ground cover in gardens and terrariums. It can also be used in aquariums to provide a natural look and to help filter the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brymela fissidentoides has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brymela fissidentoides is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-20°C.

Where to Find Brymela fissidentoides

Brymela fissidentoides can be found in the Hebrides Islands of Scotland.

Brymela fissidentoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brymela fissidentoides?

Brymela fissidentoides

What is the common name of Brymela fissidentoides?

Fissidentoid Brymela

What family does Brymela fissidentoides belong to?

Bryaceae

Species in the Pilotrichaceae family

Amblytropis hispidula, Amblytropis setosa, Actinodontium adscendens, Actinodontium dusenii, Actinodontium rhaphidostegum, Actinodontium sprucei, Actinodontium streptopogoneum, Actinodontium pygmaeum, Brymela angustiretis, Brymela complanata, Brymela crosbyi, Brymela laevinervis, Brymela tutezona, Brymela acuminata, Brymela cuspidata, Brymela fissidentoides, Brymela fluminensis, Brymela obtusifolia, Brymela parkeriana, Brymela rugulosa, Brymela websteri, Brymela cavifolia, Callicostella callicostelloides, Callicostella africana, Callicostella apophysata, Callicostella armata, Callicostella ascensionis, Callicostella attenuata, Callicostella beccariana, Callicostella belangeriana, Callicostella bernoullii, Callicostella bisexualis, Callicostella brevipes, Callicostella caledonica, Callicostella campbelliana, Callicostella chevalieri, Callicostella chionophylla, Callicostella chlorina, Callicostella chloroneura, Callicostella circinata, Callicostella constricta, Callicostella cruegeri, Callicostella daltoniaecarpa, Callicostella depressa, Callicostella disticha, Callicostella eberhardtiana, Callicostella emarginatula, Callicostella erosotruncata, Callicostella fallax, Callicostella fissidentella,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Wilson (1799-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilson' in the authors string.
William Russel Buck (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Buck' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183831: Based on data supplied by Bryonames