Jungermannia viridis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viridis
ID:
1208793
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
tro
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4: 232 1827
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208131
Common Names
- Jungermannia viridis
- Green Forked-leaved Liverwort
- Green Forked-leaf Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jungermannia viridis (also called Viridis Jungermannia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort that is found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, yellow-green plant that grows in moist, shady places and is found in North America, Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, rocky crevices, and mossy banks.
Uses & Benefits
Jungermannia viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jungermannia viridis has small, greenish-white flowers and small, yellow-brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, rounded leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Jungermannia viridis can be propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile, peat-based compost and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants can be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady area outdoors. They should be kept moist at all times and should be fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Jungermannia viridis
Jungermannia viridis is found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas.
Jungermannia viridis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jungermannia viridis?
Jungermannia viridis
What is the common name of Jungermannia viridis?
Green cushion liverwort
Where does Jungermannia viridis grow?
Jungermannia viridis grows in moist, shaded habitats
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
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35209065: Based on data supplied by Bryonames