Status:
valid
Authors:
N. Kitag.
Source:
tro
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 33: 207. f. 2 1970
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001211090
Common Names
- Andrewsianthus papillosus
- Papillose Andrewsianthus
- Papillosus Andrewsianthus
Description
Andrewsianthus papillosus (also called 'Papillose liverwort', among many other common names) is a small, cushion-shaped liverwort that grows up to 1 cm tall. It is native to Europe, Asia, North America, and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Andrewsianthus papillosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Andrewsianthus papillosus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a single row. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Andrewsianthus papillosus can be propagated by spores, which are spread by wind or water. It can be cultivated in moist, shady areas with plenty of organic matter. It prefers acidic soils and can tolerate temperatures up to 30°C.
Where to Find Andrewsianthus papillosus
Andrewsianthus papillosus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.
Andrewsianthus papillosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andrewsianthus papillosus?
Andrewsianthus papillosus
What is the common name of Andrewsianthus papillosus?
Papillose Andrewsianthus
Where is Andrewsianthus papillosus found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Andrewsianthus genus
Andrewsianthus bilobus,
Andrewsianthus zantenii,
Andrewsianthus koponenii,
Andrewsianthus cavifolius,
Andrewsianthus aberrans,
Andrewsianthus perigonialis,
Andrewsianthus hodgsoniae,
Andrewsianthus scabrellus,
Andrewsianthus sphenoloboides,
Andrewsianthus bidens,
Andrewsianthus carinatus,
Andrewsianthus chimbuensis,
Andrewsianthus kinabaluensis,
Andrewsianthus marionensis,
Andrewsianthus mizutanii,
Andrewsianthus papillosus,
Andrewsianthus puniceus,
Andrewsianthus recurvifolius,
Andrewsianthus sundaicus,
Species in the Lophoziaceae family
Andrewsianthus bilobus,
Andrewsianthus zantenii,
Andrewsianthus koponenii,
Andrewsianthus cavifolius,
Andrewsianthus aberrans,
Andrewsianthus perigonialis,
Andrewsianthus hodgsoniae,
Andrewsianthus scabrellus,
Andrewsianthus sphenoloboides,
Andrewsianthus bidens,
Andrewsianthus carinatus,
Andrewsianthus chimbuensis,
Andrewsianthus kinabaluensis,
Andrewsianthus marionensis,
Andrewsianthus mizutanii,
Andrewsianthus papillosus,
Andrewsianthus puniceus,
Andrewsianthus recurvifolius,
Andrewsianthus sundaicus,
Gerhildiella rossneriana,
Heterogemma laxa,
Heterogemma capitata,
Lophozia pacifica,
Lophozia ascendens,
Lophozia guttulata,
Lophozia latifolia,
Lophozia ventricosa,
Lophozia silvicola,
Lophozia wenzelii,
Lophozia laxepinnata,
Lophozia serpens,
Lophozia subdichotoma,
Lophozia tenuicula,
Lophozia longiflora,
Lophozia silvicoloides,
Lophozia ciliata,
Lophozia savicziae,
Lophozia lacerata,
Lophozia pallida,
Lophozia schusterana,
Lophozia lantratoviae,
Lophozia austrosibirica,
Lophozia murmanica,
Lophozia koreana,
Lophozia obscura,
Lophozia parciformis,
Lophozia svalbardensis,
Lophozia udarii,
Lophozia fuscovirens,
Lophozia indica,