Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
dubioides
ID:
1203910

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A. Mill.

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 47: 322 1981

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203248

Common Names

  • Jungermannia dubioides
  • Dubioides Jungermannia
  • Dubioides Liverwort

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Description

Jungermannia dubioides (also called Dubious Jungermannia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Jungermanniaceae. It is a small, green, thalloid liverwort with a creeping, branched stem, and a flat, fan-shaped thallus. It is native to the Americas, and found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jungermannia dubioides is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a food source for aquatic animals such as fish and shrimp.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Jungermannia dubioides flower is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jungermannia dubioides is propagated by spores. The spores are spread by wind and water. The plant can also be propagated by division. The plant should be grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Jungermannia dubioides

Jungermannia dubioides is native to southern Africa.

Jungermannia dubioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jungermannia dubioides?

Jungermannia dubioides

What is the family of Jungermannia dubioides?

Jungermanniaceae

Where is Jungermannia dubioides found?

North America

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

Harvey Alfred Miller (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Mill.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35202688: Based on data supplied by Bryonames