Cephaloziella dentata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dentata
ID:
1196859
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Raddi) Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Pug. 1904
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196197
Common Names
- Cephaloziella dentata
- Dentata Cephaloziella
- Dentata Leafy Liverwort
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Cephaloziella dentata (also called Toothed liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Lejeuneaceae. It is a small plant with a thalloid, greenish-brown body, and is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in moist, shady places, such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cephaloziella dentata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephaloziella dentata has small, yellowish-green flowers with a five-lobed perianth. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are short and slender with a single, long-stalked leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cephaloziella dentata can be propagated by division of the plant or by spore sowing. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with temperatures between 10-20°C (50-68°F). The soil should be kept moist and should be well-draining.
Where to Find Cephaloziella dentata
Cephaloziella dentata can be found in wet meadows and bogs in Europe, North America, and Asia.
Cephaloziella dentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephaloziella dentata?
Cephaloziella dentata
What type of plant is Cephaloziella dentata?
Moss
Where is Cephaloziella dentata found?
It is found in North America and Europe.
Species in the Cephaloziellaceae family
Allisoniella subbipartita, Allisoniella nigra, Allisoniella recurva, Allisoniella scottii, Allisoniella tasmanica, Amphicephalozia geisslerae, Amphicephalozia africana, Amphicephalozia amplexicaulis, Cephalojonesia incuba, Cephalomitrion aterrimum, Cephaloziella brinkmanii, Cephaloziella dentata, Cephaloziella divaricata, Cephaloziella elachista, Cephaloziella grimsulana, Cephaloziella hampeana, Cephaloziella integerrima, Cephaloziella massalongii, Cephaloziella patulifolia, Cephaloziella phyllacantha, Cephaloziella rappii, Cephaloziella rubella, Cephaloziella spinicaulis, Cephaloziella turneri, Cephaloziella uncinata, Cephaloziella spinigera, Cephaloziella subtilis, Cephaloziella arctogena, Cephaloziella longii, Cephaloziella microphylla, Cephaloziella aenigmatica, Cephaloziella muelleriana, Cephaloziella invisa, Cephaloziella grandiretis, Cephaloziella nothogena, Cephaloziella exigua, Cephaloziella pellucida, Cephaloziella breviperianthia, Cephaloziella aspericaulis, Cephaloziella elegans, Cephaloziella meghalayensis, Cephaloziella dentifolia, Cephaloziella obtusilobula, Cephaloziella mamillifera, Cephaloziella capensis, Cephaloziella natalensis, Cephaloziella tenuissima, Cephaloziella stellulifera, Cephaloziella heteroica, Cephaloziella exiliflora,
References
Walter Migula (1863-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mig.' in the authors string.
Giuseppe Raddi (1770-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raddi' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184941: Based on data supplied by Bryonames