Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
plagiochiloides
ID:
1207090

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Inoue & Gradst.) Inoue & Gradst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Trop. Bryol. 1: 33 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206428

Common Names

  • Vanaea Plagiochiloides
  • Plagiochiloides Vanaea
  • Plagiochiloides Leafy-moss

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Description

Vanaea plagiochiloides (also called Vanaeaceae, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Vanaeaceae family. It is found in South America, in wet and humid habitats such as rainforests, swamps, and wet rocks. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus that is up to 1 cm long and 0.5 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Vanaea plagiochiloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vanaea plagiochiloides has small yellow flowers, with a single ovary and a single style. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vanaea plagiochiloides is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be kept in partial shade. It is best grown in a terrarium or in a container with a lid to maintain humidity.

Where to Find Vanaea plagiochiloides

Vanaea plagiochiloides can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Vanaea plagiochiloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vanaea plagiochiloides?

Vanaea plagiochiloides

What is the common name of Vanaea plagiochiloides?

Vanaea

Where is Vanaea plagiochiloides found?

Vanaea plagiochiloides is found in moist, shady areas of the eastern United States

Species in the Vanaea 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,

References

Stephan Robbert Gradstein (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gradst.' in the authors string.
Hiroshi Inoue (1932-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Inoue' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206976: Based on data supplied by Bryonames