Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dendrocerotidae
Order:
Dendrocerotales
Species:
schizophyllus
ID:
1522009

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steph.) J.C. Villarreal

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution. 78: 34. 2014

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000008427


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Description

Nothoceros schizophyllus (also called Schizophyllous Nothoceros, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Lejeuneaceae. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, usually in moist, shady habitats, such as in moist forests and on shady rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Nothoceros schizophyllus has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food additive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nothoceros schizophyllus has white, five-petaled flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and green with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nothoceros schizophyllus is a small aquatic fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be grown in shallow water or moist soil, and prefers partial shade. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Nothoceros schizophyllus

Nothoceros schizophyllus can be found in the tropical regions of the Americas.

Nothoceros schizophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nothoceros schizophyllus?

Nothoceros schizophyllus

What is the common name of Nothoceros schizophyllus?

No common name

What is the habitat of Nothoceros schizophyllus?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Species in the Dendrocerotaceae family

Dendroceros herasii, Dendroceros paivae, Dendroceros tubercularis, Dendroceros cavernosus, Dendroceros foliicola, Dendroceros seramensis, Dendroceros ogeramnangus, Dendroceros japonicus, Dendroceros javanicus, Dendroceros crispus, Dendroceros borbonicus, Dendroceros adglutinatus, Dendroceros muelleri, Dendroceros pedunculatus, Dendroceros rarus, Dendroceros reticulus, Dendroceros subdifficilis, Dendroceros subplanus, Dendroceros subtropicus, Dendroceros tahitensis, Dendroceros validus, Dendroceros vesconianus, Dendroceros wattsianus, Dendroceros acutilobus, Dendroceros africanus, Dendroceros allionii, Dendroceros australis, Dendroceros breutelii, Dendroceros cichoraceus, Dendroceros crassicostatus, Dendroceros crassinervis, Dendroceros crispatus, Dendroceros cucullatus, Dendroceros difficilis, Dendroceros exalatus, Dendroceros gracilis, Dendroceros granulatus, Dendroceros humboldtensis, Megaceros flavens, Megaceros flagellaris, Megaceros pelludicus, Megaceros gracilis, Megaceros aneuriformis, Megaceros austronesophilus, Megaceros boliviensis, Megaceros ciliatus, Megaceros denticulatus, Megaceros jamesonii, Megaceros leptohymenius, Megaceros tjibodensis,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100404917: Based on data supplied by Bryonames