Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
longiretis
ID:
1524223

Status:
valid

Authors:
Besch. & Spruce

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bulletin de la Société Botanique de France. 36(Suppl. Congrés Bot. 1889): CLXXXV. 1890

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010038

Common Names

  • Longiretis liverwort
  • Longiretis leafy liverwort
  • Jungermann's liverwort

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Description

Jungermannia longiretis (also called Longiretis liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Jungermanniaceae. It is a small, yellowish-green, cushion-forming plant with a small, rounded thallus. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jungermannia longiretis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jungermannia longiretis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jungermannia longiretis is a small, perennial liverwort that is native to North America. It can be propagated by spore or by division. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady garden bed. It can also be grown in a pot with a well-draining soil mix. It should be kept moist but not wet, and should be fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer. It can be propagated by dividing the plant in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Jungermannia longiretis

Jungermannia longiretis can be found in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.

Jungermannia longiretis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jungermannia longiretis?

Jungermannia longiretis

What is the common name of Jungermannia longiretis?

Forked-leaf liverwort

What is the habitat of Jungermannia longiretis?

Jungermannia longiretis is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands

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: 100456258: Based on data supplied by Bryonames