Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
michelii
ID:
1208624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mérat

Source:
tro

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Fl. Env. Paris, (ed. 2) 1: 219 1821

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207962

Common Names

  • Jungermannia michelii
  • Michel's Jungermannia
  • Michel's Liverwort

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Description

Jungermannia michelii (also called Jungermannia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Jungermanniaceae family. It is found in the tropical regions of Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests, and is characterized by its small, green, and flat thalli.

Uses & Benefits

Jungermannia michelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jungermannia michelii has small, yellow-green flowers, with a single ovule in each ovary. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are short, with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jungermannia michelii can be propagated by spores or vegetatively by division. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It prefers temperatures between 10-20°C and can be grown in a variety of soils.

Where to Find Jungermannia michelii

Jungermannia michelii is found in the Philippines.

Jungermannia michelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jungermannia michelii?

Jungermannia michelii

What type of plant is Jungermannia michelii?

Jungermannia michelii is a species of liverwort.

Where is Jungermannia michelii found?

Jungermannia michelii is found in the Philippines.

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

François Victor Mérat de Vaumartoise (1780-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mérat' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208874: Based on data supplied by Bryonames