Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Genus:
Species:
dioica
ID:
1199280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schiffn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 67: 154. 1898

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198618

Common Names

  • Targionia dioica
  • Two-sexed Targionia
  • Two-sexed Shieldmoss

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Description

Targionia dioica (also called Dioica Targionia, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short stem and a single, erect, ovate leaf. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Targionia dioica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It can also be used as a ground cover and helps to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Targionia dioica has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Targionia dioica is a species of moss native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen, perennial plant that grows in a wide range of habitats, from dry, rocky soils to moist, shady areas. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from spores or cuttings. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It is best to keep the soil moist and well-drained.

Where to Find Targionia dioica

Targionia dioica is native to South Africa.