Rheoshevockia fontana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fontana
ID:
1537449
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ignatov, W.Z. Ma & D.G. Long
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Arctoa. 27(2): 106. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019851
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Rheoshevockia fontana (also called Fontana's Rheoshevockia, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is found in the temperate regions of North America. It has a bright green color and grows in a tufted form. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in coniferous forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Rheoshevockia fontana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rheoshevockia fontana is small, yellowish-green and has 6 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, yellowish-green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Rheoshevockia fontana is a terrestrial moss that can be propagated by division. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist and lightly fertilized. It can also be propagated from spores.
Where to Find Rheoshevockia fontana
Rheoshevockia fontana can be found in the Appalachian Mountains of the United States.
Rheoshevockia fontana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rheoshevockia fontana?
Rheoshevockia fontana
What type of plant is Rheoshevockia fontana?
Fern
Where is Rheoshevockia fontana found?
Central America
Species in the Rheoshevockia genus
Species in the Symphyodontaceae family
Bryocrumia vivicolor, Bryocrumia malabarica, Bryocrumia torrentium, Phyllodon bilobatus, Phyllodon choiropyxis, Phyllodon glossoides, Phyllodon truncatulus, Phyllodon truncatus, Phyllodon lingulatus, Phyllodon scutellifolius, Phyllodon abruptus, Phyllodon perplanicaulis, Phyllodon subretusus, Phyllodon cocoensis, Phyllodon laevifolius, Phyllodon similans, Chaetomitriopsis glaucocarpa, Chaetomitrium spuriosubtile, Chaetomitrium sikkimense, Chaetomitrium acanthocarpum, Chaetomitrium aneitense, Chaetomitrium auriculatum, Chaetomitrium beccarii, Chaetomitrium borbonicum, Chaetomitrium borneense, Chaetomitrium brassii, Chaetomitrium callichrous, Chaetomitrium ciliatum, Chaetomitrium comorense, Chaetomitrium confertum, Chaetomitrium ctenidioides, Chaetomitrium densum, Chaetomitrium depressum, Chaetomitrium dusenii, Chaetomitrium elegans, Chaetomitrium elongatum, Chaetomitrium elmeri, Chaetomitrium entodontoides, Chaetomitrium fimbriatum, Chaetomitrium frondosum, Chaetomitrium horridulum, Chaetomitrium laevifolium, Chaetomitrium laevisetum, Chaetomitrium lanceolatum, Chaetomitrium lancifolium, Chaetomitrium lauterbachii, Chaetomitrium leptopoma, Chaetomitrium macrohystrix, Chaetomitrium nanohystrix, Chaetomitrium nervosum,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100477018: Based on data supplied by Bryonames