Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
piligerum
ID:
1199700

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 32: 140 1893

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199038

Common Names

  • Anastrophyllum piligerum
  • Piligerum's Anastrophyllum
  • Piligerum's Moss

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Description

Anastrophyllum piligerum (also called 'Hairy Anastrophyllum', among many other common names) is a liverwort species in the family Jungermanniaceae. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, typically in humid and shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Anastrophyllum piligerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It can also be used as a natural filter for aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anastrophyllum piligerum is small and white, with a single petal. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green, with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anastrophyllum piligerum is a small, terrestrial liverwort species that is found in the temperate and subtropical regions of the world. It is relatively easy to cultivate and propagate in the home garden. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and watered regularly. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing.

Where to Find Anastrophyllum piligerum

Anastrophyllum piligerum is found in Angola.

Anastrophyllum piligerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anastrophyllum piligerum?

Anastrophyllum piligerum

What type of plant is Anastrophyllum piligerum?

It is a liverwort plant

Where can Anastrophyllum piligerum be found?

It can be found in moist habitats, such as damp soil and rocks

Species in the Anastrophyllaceae family

Anastrepta orcadensis, Anastrophyllum assimile, Anastrophyllum donnianum, Anastrophyllum michauxii, Anastrophyllum auritum, Anastrophyllum stellatum, Anastrophyllum tubulosum, Anastrophyllum piligerum, Anastrophyllum ciliatum, Anastrophyllum esenbeckii, Anastrophyllum joergensenii, Anastrophyllum nigrescens, Anastrophyllum ellipticum, Anastrophyllum squarrosum, Anastrophyllum alpinum, Anastrophyllum divergens, Anastrophyllum fissum, Anastrophyllum obtusum, Barbilophozia barbata, Barbilophozia hatcheri, Barbilophozia lycopodioides, Barbilophozia rubescens, Barbilophozia sudetica, Biantheridion undulifolium, Chandonanthus squarrosus, Crossocalyx hellerianus, Crossocalyx tenuis, Gymnocolea inflata, Hamatostrepta concinna, Hattoria yakushimensis, Isopaches bicrenatus, Isopaches decolorans, Isopaches alboviridis, Isopaches pumicicola, Neoorthocaulis attenuatus, Neoorthocaulis binsteadii, Neoorthocaulis floerkei, Neoorthocaulis hyperboreus, Orthocaulis atlanticus, Orthocaulis cavifolius, Plicanthus giganteus, Plicanthus hirtellus, Plicanthus birmensis, Plicanthus difficilis, Schljakovia kunzeana, Schljakovianthus quadrilobus, Sphenolobopsis pearsonii, Sphenolobus minutus, Sphenolobus saxicola, Sphenolobus austroamericanus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt (1773-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reinw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35189456: Based on data supplied by Bryonames