Kingdom:
Phylum:
Diphysciidae
Order:
Diphysciales
Species:
satoi
ID:
1165250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tuzibe

Source:
tro

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Iconogr. Pl. As. Orient. 2(1): 114. pl. 47 1937

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001164588

Common Names

  • Diphyscium satoi
  • Satoi's Diphyscium
  • Satoi's Moss

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Description

Diphyscium satoi (also called 'Sato's False Toothcup', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is a small, green, thalloid liverwort with a branching habit and a flattened, fan-like appearance. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in humid, shaded habitats, such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Diphyscium satoi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diphyscium satoi has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Where to Find Diphyscium satoi

Diphyscium satoi can be found in the mountains of Japan.

References

Masanobu Tuzibe (1915-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tuzibe' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35132325: Based on data supplied by Bryonames