Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
atrovirens
ID:
1197035

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dumort.

Source:
tro

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Syll. Jungerm. Europ. 51 1831

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196373

Common Names

  • Jungermannia atrovirens
  • Dark Jungermannia
  • Black Jungermannia

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Description

Jungermannia atrovirens (also called Dark Jungermannia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen plant with a creeping stem and fan-shaped leaves. It is native to North America and Europe and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jungermannia atrovirens is used in horticulture as a decorative plant for terrariums and vivariums, and is also used in the aquarium hobby as a decorative plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jungermannia atrovirens has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters on the stem. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Jungermannia atrovirens: 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 Jungermannia atrovirens

Jungermannia atrovirens can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Jungermannia genus

Species in the Jungermanniaceae family

Delavayella serrata, Eremonotus myriocarpus, Jungermannia konstantinovae, Jungermannia atrovirens, Jungermannia exsertifolia, Jungermannia polaris, Jungermannia pumila, Jungermannia dubioides, Jungermannia eucordifolia, Jungermannia ovato-trigona, Jungermannia quadridigitata, Jungermannia borealis, Jungermannia hexagona, Jungermannia riparia, Jungermannia erectii, Jungermannia amakawana, Jungermannia mairangii, Jungermannia gollanii, Jungermannia afoninae, Jungermannia incerta, Jungermannia quadridentata, Jungermannia submersa, Jungermannia submersa, Jungermannia chinensis, Jungermannia sullivantiana, Jungermannia exigua, Jungermannia supina, Jungermannia oblongifolia, Jungermannia fernandeziana, Jungermannia amentacea, Jungermannia tenuis, Jungermannia lateriflora, Jungermannia lescuriana, Jungermannia sauteri, Jungermannia cordata, Jungermannia peltata, Jungermannia crenulata, Jungermannia schmideliana, Jungermannia creutzeri, Jungermannia uncifolia, Jungermannia longiretis, Jungermannia secunda, Jungermannia serpillifolia, Jungermannia vernicosa, Jungermannia viridis, Jungermannia mastigophora, Jungermannia sinuata, Jungermannia bipinnata, Jungermannia michelii, Jungermannia digitata,

References

Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185289: Based on data supplied by Bryonames