Fissidens taxifolius
About
Fissidens taxifolius, the common pocket moss, is a species of moss in the family Fissidentaceae. First described by Johann Hedwig in 1801, it is a small to medium-sized moss that typically grows in dense, yellowish-green to dark green tufts. The species is characterised by its distinctive flattened appearance, with leaves arranged in two opposite rows resembling tiny fern fronds, and by its pointed leaf tips with projecting central nerves. It can grow in artificial light and is known to form extensive turfs in suitable conditions.
- Family
- Fissidentaceae
How to use it
Common pocket moss can be used in terrariums and as an ornamental plant in gardens. Its ability to thrive in low-light conditions makes it an excellent choice for indoor gardening. Additionally, it can help retain moisture in the soil, benefiting other plants nearby.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Fissidens taxifolius
- Slug
- fissidens-taxifolius
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Fissidentaceae
- Genus
- Fissidens
- Species
- taxifolius
- Wikidata QID
- Q725466
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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