Status:
valid
Authors:
(Colenso) Tangney
Source:
tro
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Journal of Bryology 33(1): 81. 2011
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001041027
Common Names
- Dendroligotrichum tongariroense
- Tongariroense Dendroligotrichum
- Dendroligotrichum Tongariroense
Description
Dendroligotrichum tongariroense (also called Tongariro moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in New Zealand. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a branched stem and small leaves. It is found in humid, shady places, such as in the forest understory, along streams, and in wet rock crevices.
Uses & Benefits
Dendroligotrichum tongariroense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendroligotrichum tongariroense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dendroligotrichum tongariroense is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Dendroligotrichum tongariroense
Dendroligotrichum tongariroense is native to New Zealand. It can be found in the wild in the North Island.
Species in the Dendroligotrichum genus
Species in the Polytrichaceae family
Alophosia azorica,
Atrichopsis compressa,
Atrichopsis angulata,
Atrichopsis australis,
Atrichopsis bellii,
Atrichopsis capensis,
Atrichopsis crispula,
Atrichopsis erosa,
Atrichopsis laxifolia,
Atrichopsis mexicana,
Atrichopsis minima,
Atrichopsis tapes,
Atrichopsis tenuirostris,
Atrichopsis tetragona,
Atrichopsis trichodon,
Atrichopsis tristaniensis,
Atrichum cylindricum,
Atrichum altecristatum,
Atrichum longifolium,
Atrichum androgynum,
Atrichum angustatum,
Atrichum crispulum,
Atrichum crispum,
Atrichum flavisetum,
Atrichum muelleri,
Atrichum oerstedianum,
Atrichum polycarpum,
Atrichum rhystophyllum,
Atrichum selwynii,
Atrichum subserratum,
Atrichum tenellum,
Atrichum undulatum,
Atrichum yakushimense,
Atrichum laoshanense,
Bartramiopsis lescurii,
Dawsonia beccarii,
Dawsonia gigantea,
Dawsonia grandis,
Dawsonia insignis,
Dawsonia lativaginata,
Dawsonia longiseta,
Dawsonia papuana,
Dawsonia polytrichoides,
Dawsonia pullei,
Dawsonia superba,
Dendroligotrichum tongariroense,
Dendroligotrichum dendroides,
Dendroligotrichum squamosum,
Hebantia rigida,
Itatiella ulei,