Metzgeria heteroramea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Metzgeriidae
Order:
Metzgeriales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heteroramea
ID:
1206392
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 87: 178. f. 89: d 1916
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001205730
Common Names
- Metzgeria heteroramea
- Heterorame Metzgeria
- Heterorame Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Metzgeria heteroramea (also called Heterorameous Metzgeria, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, green, leafy plant that grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Metzgeria heteroramea is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums, terrariums, and gardens. It can also be used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Metzgeria heteroramea has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Metzgeria heteroramea is a small, perennial liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the thalli. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division of the thalli should be done in the spring or summer when the plants are actively growing. The thalli should be carefully separated and planted in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Metzgeria heteroramea
Metzgeria heteroramea can be found in South America.
Metzgeria heteroramea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metzgeria heteroramea?
Metzgeria heteroramea
What is the common name of Metzgeria heteroramea?
Metzgeria Heteroramea Moss
Where is Metzgeria heteroramea found?
Metzgeria heteroramea is found in South America, specifically in Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador.
Species in the Metzgeria genus
Metzgeria ciliata, Metzgeria kinabaluensis, Metzgeria americana, Metzgeria senjoana, Metzgeria conjugata, Metzgeria crassipilis, Metzgeria furcata, Metzgeria leptoneura, Metzgeria myriopoda, Metzgeria uncigera, Metzgeria pubescens, Metzgeria albinea, Metzgeria aurantiaca, Metzgeria fruticola, Metzgeria lechleri, Metzgeria liebmanniana, Metzgeria quadrifaria, Metzgeria rufula, Metzgeria scyphigera, Metzgeria epiphylla, Metzgeria bracteata, Metzgeria clavaeflora, Metzgeria polytricha, Metzgeria consanguinea, Metzgeria auriculata, Metzgeria bartlettii, Metzgeria jamesonii, Metzgeria subundulata, Metzgeria engelii, Metzgeria hegewaldii, Metzgeria maegdefraui, Metzgeria monoica, Metzgeria neotropica, Metzgeria parviinvolucrata, Metzgeria sparrei, Metzgeria undulata, Metzgeria violacea, Metzgeria cleefii, Metzgeria agnewii, Metzgeria laciniata, Metzgeria acuminata, Metzgeria simplex, Metzgeria alpina, Metzgeria kuwaharae, Metzgeria lindbergii, Metzgeria decrescens, Metzgeria divaricata, Metzgeria rigida, Metzgeria chilensis, Metzgeria fukuokana,
Species in the Metzgeriaceae family
Metzgeria ciliata, Metzgeria kinabaluensis, Metzgeria americana, Metzgeria senjoana, Metzgeria conjugata, Metzgeria crassipilis, Metzgeria furcata, Metzgeria leptoneura, Metzgeria myriopoda, Metzgeria uncigera, Metzgeria pubescens, Metzgeria albinea, Metzgeria aurantiaca, Metzgeria fruticola, Metzgeria lechleri, Metzgeria liebmanniana, Metzgeria quadrifaria, Metzgeria rufula, Metzgeria scyphigera, Metzgeria epiphylla, Metzgeria bracteata, Metzgeria clavaeflora, Metzgeria polytricha, Metzgeria consanguinea, Metzgeria auriculata, Metzgeria bartlettii, Metzgeria jamesonii, Metzgeria subundulata, Metzgeria engelii, Metzgeria hegewaldii, Metzgeria maegdefraui, Metzgeria monoica, Metzgeria neotropica, Metzgeria parviinvolucrata, Metzgeria sparrei, Metzgeria undulata, Metzgeria violacea, Metzgeria cleefii, Metzgeria agnewii, Metzgeria laciniata, Metzgeria acuminata, Metzgeria simplex, Metzgeria alpina, Metzgeria kuwaharae, Metzgeria lindbergii, Metzgeria decrescens, Metzgeria divaricata, Metzgeria rigida, Metzgeria chilensis, Metzgeria fukuokana,
References
Franz Stephani (1842-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steph.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206140: Based on data supplied by Bryonames