Andrewsianthus sundaicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sundaicus
ID:
1522774
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schiffn.) R.M. Schust.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
The Hepaticae and Anthocerotae of North America. 2: 710. 1969
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009016
Common Names
- Andrewsianthus sundaicus
- Sundaicus Moss
- Sundaicus's Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Andrewsianthus sundaicus (also called Sundaicus gemma, among many other common names) is a species of gemma in the Andrewsianthaceae family. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus of 1-2 cm in length. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Andrewsianthus sundaicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Andrewsianthus sundaicus has small, yellow-green flowers with three petals, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have two flat, oval-shaped leaves with pointed tips.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Andrewsianthus sundaicus is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in the garden. It is best grown in a soil that is rich in organic matter and in a location that is sheltered from direct sunlight. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and does not require any special care or attention.
Where to Find Andrewsianthus sundaicus
Andrewsianthus sundaicus can be found in wet habitats of the temperate and boreal regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Andrewsianthus sundaicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Andrewsianthus sundaicus?
Andrewsianthus sundaicus
What is the family of Andrewsianthus sundaicus?
Lophoziaceae
What is the distribution of Andrewsianthus sundaicus?
Sundaland
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,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100461609: Based on data supplied by Bryonames