Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
densifolium
ID:
1208073

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Ångstr. ex C. Massal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. 17: 208 1885

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207411

Common Names

  • Blepharidophyllum densifolium
  • Densifolium Blepharidophyllum
  • Blepharidophyllum

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Description

Blepharidophyllum densifolium (also called Common Fork-moss, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a thalloid body, meaning it lacks a stem and leaves, and is composed of a single layer of cells. It is found in moist, shady habitats and is native to Europe, North America, and Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Blepharidophyllum densifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blepharidophyllum densifolium is small and yellow, with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blepharidophyllum densifolium is a small, evergreen, perennial herb. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagate by division or seed.

Where to Find Blepharidophyllum densifolium

Blepharidophyllum densifolium is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Blepharidophyllum genus

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Caro Benigno Massalongo (1852-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Massal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208279: Based on data supplied by Bryonames