Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
indica
ID:
1523260

Status:
valid

Authors:
G. Asthana & Maurya

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
National Academy Science Letters. 37(6): 535. 2014

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009335

Common Names

  • Lethocolea indica
  • Lethocolea javanica
  • Lethocolea pansa

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Description

Lethocolea indica (also called 'Lethocolea indica', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort native to the tropical regions of the Americas. It is a small, tufted plant with a yellow-green color and a smooth texture. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as forest floors and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Lethocolea indica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lethocolea indica is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lethocolea indica can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is not drought tolerant and needs regular watering. It is best to prune the plant in late winter or early spring to keep it looking tidy.

Where to Find Lethocolea indica

Lethocolea indica can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Lethocolea indica FAQ

What type of plant is Lethocolea indica?

Lethocolea indica is a species of succulent plant in the family Aizoaceae.

Where is Lethocolea indica native to?

Lethocolea indica is native to India.

What type of soil does Lethocolea indica prefer?

Lethocolea indica prefers sandy, well-drained soils.

Species in the Acrobolbaceae family

Acrobolbus ciliatus, Acrobolbus cinerascens, Acrobolbus lophocoleoides, Acrobolbus saccatus, Acrobolbus surculosus, Acrobolbus tenellus, Acrobolbus wilsonii, Acrobolbus spinifolius, Acrobolbus antillanus, Acrobolbus ochrophyllus, Acrobolbus africanus, Acrobolbus anisodontus, Acrobolbus azoricus, Acrobolbus concinnus, Acrobolbus cuneifolius, Acrobolbus epiphytus, Acrobolbus flavicans, Acrobolbus gradsteinii, Acrobolbus integrifolius, Acrobolbus knightii, Acrobolbus kunkelii, Acrobolbus laxus, Acrobolbus limbatus, Acrobolbus madeirensis, Acrobolbus papillosus, Acrobolbus perpusillus, Acrobolbus plagiochiloides, Acrobolbus pseudosaccatus, Acrobolbus renifolius, Acrobolbus ruwenzorensis, Acrobolbus setaceus, Acrobolbus setulosus, Acrobolbus sumatranus, Acrobolbus urvilleanus, Acrobolbus viridis, Austrolophozia andina, Austrolophozia camensis, Austrolophozia paradoxa, Conoscyphus trapezioides, Conoscyphus koponenii, Enigmella thallina, Goebelobryum unguiculatum, Goebelobryum grossitextum, Goebelobryum vermiculare, Lethocolea congesta, Lethocolea glossophylla, Lethocolea naruto-toganensis, Lethocolea radicosa, Lethocolea indica, Lethocolea javanica,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100456454: Based on data supplied by Bryonames