Cronisia weddellii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
weddellii
ID:
1210145
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mont.) Grolle
Source:
tro
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 9: 532 1977
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209483
Common Names
- Cronisia Weddellii
- Weddellii Moss
- Weddellii Moss Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cronisia weddellii (also called Weddell's Cronisia, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green liverwort with a thallose, lobed body. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in humid rainforests and on the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Cronisia weddellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cronisia weddellii is a small, yellow-green, cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped structure with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cronisia weddellii can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation requires a moist, well-drained soil in a shady location. It is best to keep the soil slightly acidic and to avoid direct sunlight.
Where to Find Cronisia weddellii
Cronisia weddellii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Cronisia weddellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cronisia weddellii?
Cronisia weddellii
What type of plant is Cronisia weddellii?
A liverwort
Where does Cronisia weddellii grow?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Cronisia genus
Species in the Corsiniaceae family
References
Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' 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: 35210953: Based on data supplied by Bryonames