Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
vitiensis
ID:
1197626

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.B. Bartram) Enroth

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 28: 93 1991

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196964

Common Names

  • Vitiensis Moss
  • Neolindbergia Moss
  • Cushion Moss

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Description

Neolindbergia vitiensis (also called Neolindbergia vitiensis, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a yellow-green to brown color. It is native to Fiji, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Neolindbergia vitiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neolindbergia vitiensis has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. Its seeds are tiny and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neolindbergia vitiensis is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Neolindbergia vitiensis

Neolindbergia vitiensis can be found in Fiji.

Neolindbergia vitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neolindbergia vitiensis?

Neolindbergia vitiensis

What is the common name of Neolindbergia vitiensis?

Viti Island Feather-moss

Where is Neolindbergia vitiensis found?

Neolindbergia vitiensis is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Pterobryaceae family

Calyptothecium acostatum, Calyptothecium prainii, Calyptothecium acutum, Calyptothecium bescherellei, Calyptothecium burmense, Calyptothecium duplicatum, Calyptothecium extensum, Calyptothecium hookeri, Calyptothecium nitidum, Calyptothecium oxyphyllum, Calyptothecium pinnatum, Calyptothecium ramosii, Calyptothecium recurvulum, Calyptothecium subacutum, Calyptothecium subhumile, Calyptothecium symphysodontoides, Calyptothecium urvilleanum, Calyptothecium wightii, Calyptothecium auriculatum, Calyptothecium integrifolium, Calyptothecium compressum, Calyptothecium pterobryoides, Calyptothecium squarrosulum, Calyptothecium phyllogonioides, Calyptothecium philippinense, Henicodium geniculatum, Hildebrandtiella cuspidans, Hildebrandtiella endotrichelloides, Hildebrandtiella longiseta, Hildebrandtiella phleoides, Jaegerina formosa, Jaegerina guatemalensis, Jaegerina luzonensis, Jaegerina plicata, Jaegerina robillardii, Jaegerina scariosa, Jaegerina solitaria, Jaegerina stolonifera, Jaegerina retrosquarrosa, Micralsopsis complanata, Muellerobryum whiteleggei, Neolindbergia deningeri, Neolindbergia rigida, Neolindbergia robusta, Neolindbergia rugosa, Neolindbergia vitiensis, Neolindbergia cladomnioides, Neolindbergia veloirae, Orthorrhynchidium planifrons, Orthostichopsis fornicata,

References

Edwin Bunting Bartram (1878-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Bartram' in the authors string.
Johannes Enroth (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Enroth' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186268: Based on data supplied by Bryonames