Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
massalongii
ID:
1196868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spruce) Müll. Frib.

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Lebermoose 191 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196206

Common Names

  • Cephaloziella massalongii
  • Massalongii Cephaloziella
  • Massalongii Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Cephaloziella massalongii (also called Massalongi's 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 massalongii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums, as well as for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephaloziella massalongii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephaloziella massalongii 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 massalongii

Cephaloziella massalongii can be found in wet meadows and bogs in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Cephaloziella massalongii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephaloziella massalongii?

Cephaloziella massalongii

What type of plant is Cephaloziella massalongii?

Moss

Where is Cephaloziella massalongii 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,