Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Species:
tuberculatum
ID:
1209907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Udar & D.K. Singh

Source:
tro

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 79: 235. f. 1–18 1976

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209245

Common Names

  • Cyathodium tuberculatum
  • Tuberculatum Liverwort
  • Tuberculatum Cyathodium
  • Tuberculatum Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Cyathodium tuberculatum (also called Tuberculate Cyathodium, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort species found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a thalloid species, meaning it has no true leaves, stems, or roots. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as on the bark of trees and rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathodium tuberculatum is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyathodium tuberculatum has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single, rounded, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathodium tuberculatum is a species of liverwort that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is found in moist habitats, such as in the crevices of rocks, on tree trunks, and in moist soil. It can be propagated by division of the thallus or by spore sowing. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.

Where to Find Cyathodium tuberculatum

Cyathodium tuberculatum can be found in Thailand.

Cyathodium tuberculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathodium tuberculatum?

Cyathodium tuberculatum

What is the common name of Cyathodium tuberculatum?

Tuberculate Leafy Liverwort

Where is Cyathodium tuberculatum found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.

References

Devendra Kumar Singh (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.K.Singh' in the authors string.
Ram Udar (1926-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Udar' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35210579: Based on data supplied by Bryonames