Hymenodon chenianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthodontiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chenianus
ID:
1215046
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pócs
Source:
tro
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Chenia 9: 27 2007
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214384
Common Names
- Hymenodon chenianus
- Chen's Hymenodon
- Chen's Toothcup
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenodon chenianus (also called Chenianus Hymenodon, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, green, thalloid liverwort with a smooth, glossy surface. It grows in moist, shady, limestone habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenodon chenianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to provide shelter and food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenodon chenianus is small and inconspicuous. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenodon chenianus is a species of liverwort that is found in tropical regions of South America. It can be propagated through spores or vegetative means. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be grown in a potting mix of peat and perlite. It should be kept in a humid environment and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Hymenodon chenianus
Hymenodon chenianus can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
Species in the Hymenodon genus
Species in the Orthodontiaceae family
Orthodontium denticulatum, Orthodontium gracile, Orthodontium infractum, Orthodontium itacolumitis, Orthodontium lineare, Orthodontium loreifolium, Orthodontium pallens, Orthodontium pellucens, Orthodontium ruwenzorensis, Orthodontium lignicola, Hymenodon aeruginosus, Hymenodon angustifolius, Hymenodon pilifer, Hymenodon sericeus, Hymenodon sphaerothecius, Hymenodon tenellus, Hymenodon reggaeus, Hymenodon chenianus, Leptotheca boliviana, Leptotheca gaudichaudii,
References
Tamás Pócs (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pocs' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35217757: Based on data supplied by Bryonames