Status:
valid
Authors:
(Grolle) R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 56: 68 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203581
Description
Clandarium gottscheanum (also called Clandarium gottscheanum var. gottscheanum, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Clandariaceae. It is a small, thalloid liverwort with a lobed thallus. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clandarium gottscheanum is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums, as it is an attractive and hardy species.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Clandarium gottscheanum has small flowers with four petals, each petal having a single anther. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clandarium gottscheanum is a small, cushion-forming liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spores and can be cultivated in a moist, shady environment with well-drained soil. It prefers acidic soil and can be propagated by division of the thalli.
Where to Find Clandarium gottscheanum
Clandarium gottscheanum is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Clandarium gottscheanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clandarium gottscheanum?
Clandarium gottscheanum
What type of plant is Clandarium gottscheanum?
A liverwort
Where is Clandarium gottscheanum found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Clandarium genus
Species in the Blepharidophyllaceae family