Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
creutzeri
ID:
1524083

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krémer

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Monographie des Hépatiques de la Moselle: 26. 1837

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009944

Common Names

  • Jungermannia creutzeri
  • Creutzers Leafy Liverwort
  • Creutzers Leaf Liverwort

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Description

Jungermannia creutzeri (also called Creutzers Liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, flat, leafy liverwort with a single row of lobes. It grows in moist, shady places, often in mossy forests and on rocks. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Jungermannia creutzeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jungermannia creutzeri has a small, yellow flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jungermannia creutzeri is a small, perennial liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the thallus or by spores. The thallus should be divided into small pieces and planted in a moist, shady area. Spores should be sown on a moist, shady surface and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Jungermannia creutzeri

Jungermannia creutzeri is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Jungermannia creutzeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jungermannia creutzeri?

Jungermannia creutzeri

What is the common name of Jungermannia creutzeri?

Creutzer's Scale-moss

What is the habitat of Jungermannia creutzeri?

It is found in moist, shady places, such as woodlands, meadows, and along streams and rivers.

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

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100456680: Based on data supplied by Bryonames