Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
inflata
ID:
1197000

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Huds.) Dumort.

Source:
tro

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Jungerm. 17 1835

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196338

Common Names

  • Gymnocolea inflata
  • Inflata Gymnocolea
  • Inflata Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Gymnocolea inflata (also called Inflated Gymnocolea, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a papillose surface that is native to the Americas and Europe. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnocolea inflata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gymnocolea inflata sub. acutiloba (Schiffn.) R.M. Schust. & Damsh. ex L. Söderstr. & Váňa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gymnocolea inflata is a small, yellow, star-shaped structure. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, large leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnocolea inflata is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from direct sunlight. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Gymnocolea inflata

Gymnocolea inflata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Gymnocolea inflata FAQ

What are the common names of Gymnocolea inflata?

Common names of Gymnocolea inflata include Inflated gymnocolea and Inflated liverwort

What is the growth rate of Gymnocolea inflata?

Gymnocolea inflata has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal temperature for Gymnocolea inflata?

Gymnocolea inflata prefers temperatures between 10-20°C.

Species in the Gymnocolea 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

William Hudson (1730-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huds.' in the authors string.
Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185179: Based on data supplied by Bryonames