Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
turneri
ID:
1196880

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Müll. Frib.

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Lebermoose 202 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196218

Common Names

  • Cephaloziella turneri
  • Turneri Cephaloziella
  • Turneri Leafy Liverwort

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephaloziella turneri is small, yellow and star-shaped. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephaloziella turneri 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 turneri

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

Cephaloziella turneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephaloziella turneri?

Cephaloziella turneri

What type of plant is Cephaloziella turneri?

Moss

Where is Cephaloziella turneri 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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35184966: Based on data supplied by Bryonames