Status:
valid
Authors:
(Reinw., Blume & Nees) Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Sp. Hepat. 2: 124 1901
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001211093
Common Names
- Cuspidatula contracta
- Contracted Cuspidatula
- Contracta Cuspidatula
Description
Cuspidatula contracta (also called 'Contracted liverwort', among many other common names) is a small, cushion-shaped liverwort that grows up to 1 cm tall. It is native to Europe, Asia, North America, and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cuspidatula contracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cuspidatula contracta has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a single row. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cuspidatula contracta can be propagated by spores, which are spread by wind or water. It can be cultivated in moist, shady areas with plenty of organic matter. It prefers acidic soils and can tolerate temperatures up to 30°C.
Where to Find Cuspidatula contracta
Cuspidatula contracta can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Cuspidatula contracta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cuspidatula contracta?
Cuspidatula contracta
What is the common name of Cuspidatula contracta?
Contracted Cuspidatula
Where is Cuspidatula contracta found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Cuspidatula genus
Species in the Adelanthaceae family
Cuspidatula flaccida,
Cuspidatula kirkii,
Cuspidatula contracta,
Cuspidatula monodon,
Cuspidatula flexicaulis,
Cuspidatula orbicularis,
Cuspidatula robusta,
Denotarisia linguifolia,
Nothostrepta bifida,
Nothostrepta longissima,
Pisanoa chilensis,
Protosyzygiella pseudoconnexa,
Pseudomarsupidium decipiens,
Pseudomarsupidium aureocinctum,
Pseudomarsupidium borneense,
Pseudomarsupidium piliferum,
Syzygiella acinacifolia,
Syzygiella nigrescens,
Syzygiella paludosa,
Syzygiella pseudocclusa,
Syzygiella sonderi,
Syzygiella spegazziniana,
Syzygiella tasmanica,
Syzygiella jacquinotii,
Syzygiella autumnalis,
Syzygiella colorata,
Syzygiella elongella,
Syzygiella nipponica,
Syzygiella oenops,
Syzygiella purpurascens,
Syzygiella undata,
Syzygiella anomala,
Syzygiella manca,
Syzygiella pectiniformis,
Syzygiella perfoliata,
Syzygiella setulosa,
Syzygiella macrocalyx,
Syzygiella campanulata,
Syzygiella bilobata,
Syzygiella concreta,
Syzygiella securifolia,
Syzygiella rubricaulis,
Syzygiella subintegerrima,
Syzygiella uleana,
Syzygiella tonduzana,
Syzygiella ovalifolia,
Syzygiella eatonii,
Syzygiella trigonifolia,
Syzygiella burghardtii,
Syzygiella ciliata,