Frullania rizalii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rizalii
ID:
1207057
Status:
valid
Authors:
Piippo & S. Hatt.
Source:
tro
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 72: 119. f. 2 1992
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206395
Common Names
- Frullania rizalii
- Rizalii Frullania
- Rizalii Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania rizalii (also called Rizal's Fork Moss, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green moss with a fork-like shape. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania rizalii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Frullania rizalii is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, black, round structure with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Frullania rizalii is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be kept in partial shade. It is best grown in a terrarium or in a container with a lid to maintain humidity.
Where to Find Frullania rizalii
Frullania rizalii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Frullania rizalii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania rizalii?
Frullania rizalii
What is the family of Frullania rizalii?
Frullaniaceae
What is the habitat of Frullania rizalii?
It is found on rocks and tree trunks in tropical and subtropical regions.
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
Sinske Hattori (1915-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Hatt.' in the authors string.
Sinikka Piippo (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piippo' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206939: Based on data supplied by Bryonames