Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brid.) H.A. Crum
Source:
tro
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Michigan Bot. 3: 60 1964
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194980
Common Names
- Jungermannioides Platydictya Moss
- Platydictya Moss
- Jungermannioides Moss
Description
Platydictya jungermannioides (also called Platydictya jungermannioides, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere, particularly in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, tufted moss with a yellowish-green to yellowish-brown color and a glossy sheen. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, meadows, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Platydictya jungermannioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Platydictya jungermannioides has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Platydictya jungermannioides is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Platydictya jungermannioides
Platydictya jungermannioides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Platydictya jungermannioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platydictya jungermannioides?
Platydictya jungermannioides
What type of plant is Platydictya jungermannioides?
A moss
Where is Platydictya jungermannioides found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Platydictya genus
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Orthothecium retroflexum,
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Herzogiella perrobusta,
Herzogiella renitens,
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Herzogiella striatella,
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Plagiothecium neckeroideum,
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Plagiothecium nitens,
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Plagiothecium obtusissimum,
Plagiothecium orthocarpum,
Plagiothecium ovalifolium,
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