Barbilophozia barbata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barbata
ID:
1196800
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schmidel ex Schreb.) Loeske
Source:
tro
Year:
1907
Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 49: 37 1907
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196138
Common Names
- Barbilophozia barbata
- Barbata Barbilophozia
- Barbata Moss
- Barbata Leaf Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Barbilophozia barbata (also called 'Bearded beaked moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green moss that grows in tufts and forms mats. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, on rocks, and in grassy areas. It is native to Europe, North America, and Asia.
Uses & Benefits
Barbilophozia barbata is used in traditional medicine and is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Barbilophozia barbata has small white flowers, with seeds that are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Barbilophozia barbata can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but may need more frequent watering in this situation. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require much pruning or fertilizing.
Where to Find Barbilophozia barbata
Barbilophozia barbata can be found in North America and Europe.
Barbilophozia barbata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Barbilophozia barbata?
Barbilophozia barbata
What type of plant is Barbilophozia barbata?
A liverwort
Where is Barbilophozia barbata found?
It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Barbilophozia genus
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
Johann Christian Daniel von Schreber (1739-1810): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schreb.' in the authors string.
Leopold Loeske (1865-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Loeske' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184827: Based on data supplied by Bryonames