Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
1537852

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taylor) Enroth

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 125(2): 325. 2022

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000020102


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Description

Alleniella obtusifolia (also called 'Blunt-leaved Alleniella', among many other common names) is a small, green, leafy liverwort found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as on the banks of streams, in wet meadows, and in moist woods.

Uses & Benefits

Alleniella obtusifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alleniella obtusifolia is small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alleniella obtusifolia can be propagated by spores and is best grown in moist, well-drained soil with good air circulation. It prefers partial shade but can tolerate full sun.

Where to Find Alleniella obtusifolia

Alleniella obtusifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Alleniella obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alleniella obtusifolia?

Alleniella obtusifolia

What is the common name of Alleniella obtusifolia?

Alleniella

What is the family of Alleniella obtusifolia?

Pottiaceae

Species in the Neckeraceae family

Forsstroemia goughiana, Forsstroemia yezoana, Forsstroemia coronata, Forsstroemia cryphaeoides, Forsstroemia indica, Forsstroemia japonica, Forsstroemia neckeroides, Forsstroemia producta, Forsstroemia trichomitria, Forsstroemia thomsonii, Forsstroemia noguchii, Forsstroemia lasioides, Forsstroemia denigricans, Forsstroemia fauriei, Forsstroemia flexiramea, Forsstroemia humilis, Forsstroemia inopinata, Forsstroemia konoi, Forsstroemia pusilla, Forsstroemia setschwanica, Leptodon acuminatus, Leptodon longisetus, Leptodon pluvinii, Leptodon smithii, Leptodon fuciformis, Leptodon corsicus, Leptodon dillenii, Leptodon remotifolius, Taiwanobryum anacamptolepis, Taiwanobryum crenulatum, Taiwanobryum mucronatum, Taiwanobryum guangdongense, Taiwanobryum speciosum, Taiwanobryum praetermissum, Taiwanobryum serrulatifolium, Taiwanobryum undulatifolium, Taiwanobryum yunnanense, Alleniella besseri, Alleniella brownii, Alleniella chilensis, Alleniella complanata, Alleniella hymenodonta, Alleniella remota, Alleniella scabridens, Alleniella submacrocarpa, Alleniella urnigera, Alleniella andina, Alleniella ehrenbergii, Alleniella laevigata, Alleniella obtusifolia,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100527776: Based on data supplied by Bryonames