Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Species:
gollanii
ID:
1532818

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steph.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 6: 18. 1917

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017116


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Description

Exormotheca gollanii (also called Gollan's exormotheca, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Marchantiaceae family. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thalloid growth form. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia, and it typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Exormotheca gollanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Exormotheca gollanii has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Exormotheca gollanii can be propagated by spores or by division of the thallus. Spores can be collected from the underside of the thallus and sown on a moist surface. Division of the thallus can be done by cutting the thallus into small pieces and planting them in a moist surface. The pieces should be kept in a moist and shaded environment until new growth appears.

Where to Find Exormotheca gollanii

Exormotheca gollanii can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Exormotheca gollanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Exormotheca gollanii?

Exormotheca gollanii

What is the common name of Exormotheca gollanii?

Gollani's liverwort

Where is Exormotheca gollanii found?

Exormotheca gollanii is found in Europe, North America, and Asia.

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100455187: Based on data supplied by Bryonames