Frullania spinifera - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinifera
ID:
1528502
Status:
valid
Authors:
Taylor
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
London Journal of Botany. 5: 407. 1846
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013473
Common Names
- Frullania Spinifera
- Spiny Frullania
- Spiny Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania spinifera (also called Spiny-fruited liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with spiny fruits that grows in tufts. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady areas, such as in the crevices of rocks and tree bark.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania spinifera is used for ornamental and decorative purposes. It is also used in landscaping and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania spinifera has small, yellow-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, round and dark green.
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Frullania spinifera is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort. It is easily propagated by division of the thalli or by spores. It prefers moist, shaded areas and can be grown in a pot or in the garden. It should be kept moist and not allowed to dry out. It can be propagated by spores, which should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Frullania spinifera
Frullania spinifera can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Frullania spinifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania spinifera?
Frullania spinifera
What type of plant is Frullania spinifera?
Frullania spinifera is a species of liverwort
Where is Frullania spinifera found?
Frullania spinifera is found in the western United States
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100456558: Based on data supplied by Bryonames