Sphenolobus saxicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxicola
ID:
1209449
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schrad.) Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Sp. Hepat. 2: 160 1902
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208787
Common Names
- Sphenolobus Saxicola
- Saxicolous Sphenolobus
- Sphenolobus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sphenolobus saxicola (also called Rock-loving Sphenolobus, among many other common names) is a small, cushion-forming liverwort. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and grows in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Sphenolobus saxicola is used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphenolobus saxicola has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single pistil and four stamens. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sphenolobus saxicola is a small, perennial, liverwort species that is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is found in moist, shaded habitats, such as woodlands and forests. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the thalli. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a humid environment. Division of the thalli should be done in the spring or autumn. The thalli should be divided into small pieces and planted on a moist, sterile medium.
Where to Find Sphenolobus saxicola
Sphenolobus saxicola is found in Europe, Asia, and North America, growing on rocks and walls.
Sphenolobus saxicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphenolobus saxicola?
Sphenolobus saxicola
What is the common name of Sphenolobus saxicola?
Sphenolobus saxicola
Where is Sphenolobus saxicola found?
Sphenolobus saxicola is found in North America, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Sphenolobus 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
Heinrich Schrader (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrad.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35209872: Based on data supplied by Bryonames