Frullania riparia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riparia
ID:
1196993
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hampe ex Lehm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Pug. 7: 14 1838
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196331
Common Names
- Frullania riparia
- Riparian Frullania
- Riparian Leaf
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania riparia (also called Riparian Frullania, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a papillose surface that is native to the Americas and Europe. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania riparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Frullania riparia is a small, greenish-yellow, cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, large leaf.
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Cultivation and propagation of Frullania riparia: This species is propagated by spores. It prefers moist, shady areas with good air circulation. The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged. Fertilizer should be applied sparingly, as too much can cause the plant to become leggy. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant in shape.
Where to Find Frullania riparia
Frullania riparia is found in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Frullania riparia FAQ
What are the common names of Frullania riparia?
Common names of Frullania riparia include Riparian frullania and Riparian liverwort
What is the growth rate of Frullania riparia?
Frullania riparia has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the ideal temperature for Frullania riparia?
Frullania riparia prefers temperatures between 10-20°C.
Species in the Frullania genus
Frullania hodgsoniae, Frullania colliculosa, Frullania clandestina, Frullania truncatistyla, Frullania parhamii, Frullania knightbridgei, Frullania bolanderi, Frullania brittoniae, Frullania californica, Frullania catalinae, Frullania chilcootiensis, Frullania cobrensis, Frullania donnellii, Frullania eboracensis, Frullania franciscana, Frullania inflata, Frullania jackii, Frullania kunzei, Frullania oakesiana, Frullania obcordata, Frullania plana, Frullania riparia, Frullania selwyniana, Frullania tamarisci, Frullania asagrayana, Frullania atrata, Frullania beyrichiana, Frullania brasiliensis, Frullania breuteliana, Frullania convoluta, Frullania crispiloba, Frullania cuencensis, Frullania ericoides, Frullania gibbosa, Frullania chodatii, Frullania mexicana, Frullania intumescens, Frullania lindenbergii, Frullania microcephala, Frullania moritziana, Frullania pluricarinata, Frullania riojaneirensis, Frullania semivillosa, Frullania triquetra, Frullania winteri, Frullania apiculata, Frullania deppii, Frullania miradorensis, Frullania turfosa, Frullania hamiflora,
Species in the Frullaniaceae family
Frullania hodgsoniae, Frullania colliculosa, Frullania clandestina, Frullania truncatistyla, Frullania parhamii, Frullania knightbridgei, Frullania bolanderi, Frullania brittoniae, Frullania californica, Frullania catalinae, Frullania chilcootiensis, Frullania cobrensis, Frullania donnellii, Frullania eboracensis, Frullania franciscana, Frullania inflata, Frullania jackii, Frullania kunzei, Frullania oakesiana, Frullania obcordata, Frullania plana, Frullania riparia, Frullania selwyniana, Frullania tamarisci, Frullania asagrayana, Frullania atrata, Frullania beyrichiana, Frullania brasiliensis, Frullania breuteliana, Frullania convoluta, Frullania crispiloba, Frullania cuencensis, Frullania ericoides, Frullania gibbosa, Frullania chodatii, Frullania mexicana, Frullania intumescens, Frullania lindenbergii, Frullania microcephala, Frullania moritziana, Frullania pluricarinata, Frullania riojaneirensis, Frullania semivillosa, Frullania triquetra, Frullania winteri, Frullania apiculata, Frullania deppii, Frullania miradorensis, Frullania turfosa, Frullania hamiflora,
References
Johann Georg Christian Lehmann (1792-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lehm.' in the authors string.
Georg Ernst Ludwig Hampe (1795-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hampe' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185129: Based on data supplied by Bryonames