Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lehm. & Lindenb.) Mitt.
Source:
tro
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Fl. Vit. 407 1871
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203413
Common Names
- Notoscyphus lutescens
- Lutescent Notoscyphus
- Lutescens Notoscyphus
Uses & Benefits
Notoscyphus lutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Notoscyphus lutescens has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single, pointed petal. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are tiny and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Notoscyphus lutescens is a small, cushion-forming liverwort that grows in moist, shady places. It is propagated by spore sowing and division. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a cool, shady location. Division of the plant is possible, but it is a slow process and should be done carefully to avoid damaging the delicate plant.
Where to Find Notoscyphus lutescens
Notoscyphus lutescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Species in the Notoscyphus genus
Species in the Notoscyphaceae family