Calypogeia marginella - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
marginella
ID:
1523458
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mitt.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1860
Citation Micro:
Journal of the Proceedings of the Linnean Society, Botany. 5(18): 106. 1860
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009504
Common Names
- Calypogeia marginella
- Marginella Calypogeia
- Marginella Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Calypogeia marginella (also called Margined Liverwort, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort with a thalloid, marginellate growth form. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, meadows, and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Calypogeia marginella is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calypogeia marginella has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Calypogeia marginella is a small species of liverwort native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by spore or by division of the thallus. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be grown in soil or on rocks. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can survive in temperatures as low as -20°C. It requires regular watering and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be fertilized with a balanced liquid fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Calypogeia marginella
Calypogeia marginella can be found in Europe and Asia.
Calypogeia marginella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calypogeia marginella?
Calypogeia marginella
What is the common name of Calypogeia marginella?
Marginal Calypogeia
Where is Calypogeia marginella found?
Calypogeia marginella is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Calypogeiaceae family
Calypogeia fissa, Calypogeia integristipula, Calypogeia muelleriana, Calypogeia neesiana, Calypogeia peruviana, Calypogeia sphagnicola, Calypogeia suecica, Calypogeia subintegra, Calypogeia laxa, Calypogeia tenax, Calypogeia leptoloma, Calypogeia rhombifolia, Calypogeia goebelii, Calypogeia bidentula, Calypogeia longifolia, Calypogeia azurea, Calypogeia granulata, Calypogeia annabonensis, Calypogeia miquelii, Calypogeia grandistipula, Calypogeia lunata, Calypogeia azorica, Calypogeia cordistipula, Calypogeia formosana, Calypogeia tosana, Calypogeia aeruginosa, Calypogeia angusta, Calypogeia asakawana, Calypogeia contracta, Calypogeia fujisana, Calypogeia japonica, Calypogeia nasuensis, Calypogeia obovata, Calypogeia lechleri, Calypogeia uncinulatula, Calypogeia densifolia, Calypogeia mascarenensis, Calypogeia microstipula, Calypogeia vietnamica, Calypogeia andicola, Calypogeia apiculata, Calypogeia ceylanica, Calypogeia cuspidata, Calypogeia decurrens, Calypogeia falcata, Calypogeia kamchatica, Calypogeia khasiana, Calypogeia latissima, Calypogeia lophocoleoides, Calypogeia marginella,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100436002: Based on data supplied by Bryonames