Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
filiformis
ID:
1322333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Werukamkul, Ampornpan, Koi & M.Kato

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 63: 17 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334787

Common Names

  • Terniopsis filiformis
  • Filiform Terniopsis
  • Filiform Rushfoil

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Description

Terniopsis filiformis (also called Thread-like Terniopsis, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Terniopsidaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in humid habitats. It is a small moss with green shoots and small leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Terniopsis filiformis is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive issues and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Terniopsis filiformis has small, yellowish-white flowers, with a seed capsule that is about 1 mm long. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Terniopsis filiformis is a tropical fern native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from spores or division. To propagate from spores, collect the spores from the underside of the fronds and sow them in a well-draining potting mix. To propagate from division, divide the plant into smaller clumps and replant them in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the fern should grow in a few weeks.

Where to Find Terniopsis filiformis

Terniopsis filiformis is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Terniopsis filiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Terniopsis filiformis?

Terniopsis filiformis

What is the family of Terniopsis filiformis?

Hypnaceae

What is the common name of Terniopsis filiformis?

Filiformis

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Satoshi Koi (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koi' in the authors string.
Petcharat Werukamkul: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werukamkul' in the authors string.
La-aw Ampornpan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ampornpan' in the authors string.