Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
comptonii
ID:
1210631

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pearson) Grolle

Source:
tro

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Rev. Bryol. Lichénol. 32: 164 1963

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209969

Common Names

  • Tetracymbaliella comptonii
  • Comptonii Tetracymbaliella
  • Comptonii Moss

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Description

Tetracymbaliella comptonii (also called Compton's Tetracymbaliella, among many other common names) is a small, cushion-forming liverwort species found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats such as wet rocks, soil, and tree bark.

Uses & Benefits

Tetracymbaliella comptonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tetracymbaliella comptonii has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single perianth. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single, round, fleshy leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tetracymbaliella comptonii is a species of moss that is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from spores, and it prefers moist, shady environments. It can be cultivated in a potting mix of peat moss, sand, and compost. It should be kept moist and fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tetracymbaliella comptonii

Tetracymbaliella comptonii can be found in moist, shady habitats in Europe, North Africa, and Asia.

Tetracymbaliella comptonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tetracymbaliella comptonii?

Tetracymbaliella comptonii

What is the common name of Tetracymbaliella comptonii?

Compton's tetracymbaliella

What is the habitat of Tetracymbaliella comptonii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

References

William Henry Pearson (1849-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pearson' in the authors string.
Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35211703: Based on data supplied by Bryonames