Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
atrofilum
ID:
1207108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Váňa

Source:
tro

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 41: 411. f. 1: a–l 1976

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206446

Common Names

  • Gymnomitrion atrofilum
  • Atrofilum Gymnomitrion
  • Atrofilum Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Gymnomitrion atrofilum (also called Hairy Gymnomitrion, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Gymnomitriaceae. It is a small, green, leafy plant with a thalloid body, found in the Northern Hemisphere in temperate and boreal regions. It grows in moist, shady places such as wet rocks, tree trunks, and soil.

Uses & Benefits

Gymnomitrion atrofilum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gymnomitrion atrofilum has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gymnomitrion atrofilum is a terrestrial species that is propagated by spores. It is best cultivated in a moist, shady environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. The plant should be kept in a cool, humid environment and should be watered regularly. It is also important to ensure that the soil is not too wet or too dry.

Where to Find Gymnomitrion atrofilum

Gymnomitrion atrofilum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Gymnomitrion atrofilum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gymnomitrion atrofilum?

Gymnomitrion atrofilum

What is the common name of Gymnomitrion atrofilum?

Gymnomitrion

Where is Gymnomitrion atrofilum found?

Gymnomitrion atrofilum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Gymnomitriaceae family

Acrolophozia sulcata, Acrolophozia fuegiana, Acrolophozia pectinata, Cryptocoleopsis imbricata, Gymnomitrion bolivianum, Gymnomitrion minutulum, Gymnomitrion nigrum, Gymnomitrion subintegrum, Gymnomitrion concinnatum, Gymnomitrion corallioides, Gymnomitrion laceratum, Gymnomitrion obtusatum, Gymnomitrion pacificum, Gymnomitrion crenulatum, Gymnomitrion mucrophorum, Gymnomitrion crenatilobum, Gymnomitrion sinense, Gymnomitrion moralesae, Gymnomitrion verrucosum, Gymnomitrion strictum, Gymnomitrion setaceum, Gymnomitrion atrofilum, Gymnomitrion obtusum, Gymnomitrion mucronulatum, Gymnomitrion noguchianum, Gymnomitrion obtusilobum, Gymnomitrion truncato-apiculata, Gymnomitrion adustum, Gymnomitrion africanum, Gymnomitrion alpinum, Gymnomitrion asperulatum, Gymnomitrion brevissimum, Gymnomitrion commutatum, Gymnomitrion crystallocaulon, Gymnomitrion faurieanum, Gymnomitrion fissum, Gymnomitrion incompletum, Gymnomitrion kamchaticum, Gymnomitrion parvitextum, Gymnomitrion revolutum, Gymnomitrion rubidum, Gymnomitrion schusterianum, Gymnomitrion sichuanicum, Marsupella arctica, Marsupella boeckii, Marsupella bolanderi, Marsupella condensata, Marsupella emarginata, Marsupella funckii, Marsupella paroica,

References

Jiří Váňa (1940-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Váňa' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206996: Based on data supplied by Bryonames