Gymnomitrion crenulatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crenulatum
ID:
1197059
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gottsche ex Carrington
Source:
tro
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Trans. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 7: 444 1863
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196397
Common Names
- Gymnomitrion crenulatum
- Crenulate Gymnomitrion
- Crenulate Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gymnomitrion crenulatum (also called Crenulate Gymnomitrion, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort. It is a small, green, leafy plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Gymnomitrion crenulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It has a low-growing habit and can be used to create a carpet of foliage. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gymnomitrion crenulatum has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and yellow-green.
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Gymnomitrion crenulatum can be propagated by division or spore sowing. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several parts, each with a few leaves and some roots. The divisions should then be planted in a moist, well-draining soil. When propagating by spore sowing, the spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Gymnomitrion crenulatum
Gymnomitrion crenulatum can be found in the northern hemisphere, particularly in Europe and North America.
Gymnomitrion crenulatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gymnomitrion crenulatum?
Gymnomitrion crenulatum
What is the common name of Gymnomitrion crenulatum?
Crenulate Gymnomitrion
What is the habitat of Gymnomitrion crenulatum?
It is found in moist habitats, including wet rocks, wet soil, and mossy logs.
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
Carl Moritz Gottsche (1808-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gottsche' in the authors string.
Benjamin Carrington (1827-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carrington' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185319: Based on data supplied by Bryonames