Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brid.) Brid.
Source:
tro
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Bryol. Univ. 2: 664. pl. 2: f. 1–3 1827
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001163907
Common Names
- Rhizogonium novae-hollandiae
- New Holland Rhizogonium
- New Holland Rhizogonium Moss
Uses & Benefits
Rhizogonium novae-hollandiae is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhizogonium novae-hollandiae has small, yellow-green flowers and small, brownish-black seeds. The seedlings are small and green.
Where to Find Rhizogonium novae-hollandiae
Rhizogonium novae-hollandiae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and South America.
Species in the Rhizogonium genus
Species in the Rhizogoniaceae family