Diphyscium tamasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Kingdom:
Phylum:
Diphysciidae
Order:
Diphysciales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tamasii
ID:
1212716
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.C. Tan & Ninh
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Acta Acad. Paedagog. Agriensis, Sect. Biol. 24: 88 2003
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212054
Common Names
- Diphyscium tamasii
- Tamasii Diphyscium
- Tamasii Diphyscium
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Diphyscium tamasii (also called Diphyscium tamasii, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Diphysciaceae. It is a small, yellow-green thallose liverwort with a lanceolate shape. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Diphyscium tamasii has been used medicinally for treating headaches, fever, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant, with its bright yellow flowers and attractive foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diphyscium tamasii has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Diphyscium tamasii can be found in South America
Diphyscium tamasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diphyscium tamasii?
Diphyscium tamasii
What is the natural habitat of Diphyscium tamasii?
It is found in damp, shady places in the temperate parts of Europe and Asia.
What are the characteristics of Diphyscium tamasii?
It is a small, evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and small, ovate leaves.
Species in the Diphyscium genus
Diphyscium fasciculatum, Diphyscium fendleri, Diphyscium foliosum, Diphyscium fulvifolium, Diphyscium longifolium, Diphyscium mucronifolium, Diphyscium perminutum, Diphyscium satoi, Diphyscium domingense, Diphyscium chiapense, Diphyscium pocsii, Diphyscium kashmirense, Diphyscium lorifolium, Diphyscium pilmaiquen, Diphyscium tamasii, Diphyscium suzukii, Diphyscium yakushimense,
Species in the Diphysciaceae family
Diphyscium fasciculatum, Diphyscium fendleri, Diphyscium foliosum, Diphyscium fulvifolium, Diphyscium longifolium, Diphyscium mucronifolium, Diphyscium perminutum, Diphyscium satoi, Diphyscium domingense, Diphyscium chiapense, Diphyscium pocsii, Diphyscium kashmirense, Diphyscium lorifolium, Diphyscium pilmaiquen, Diphyscium tamasii, Diphyscium suzukii, Diphyscium yakushimense,
References
Ninh Tran (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ninh' in the authors string.
Benito Ching Tan (1946-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.C.Tan' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35214499: Based on data supplied by Bryonames