Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pelliidae
Order:
Pallaviciniales
Species:
circinata
ID:
1208212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees & Mont.

Source:
tro

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 2, 5: 69 1836

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207550

Common Names

  • Symphyogyna circinata
  • Circinata Leafy Liverwort
  • Circinata Leaf-liverwort

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Description

Symphyogyna circinata (also called Circinate Symphyogyna, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Ricciaceae. It is native to the Southern Hemisphere, where it is found in the Andes Mountains of South America. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as wet rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyogyna circinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symphyogyna circinata is small and inconspicuous. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyogyna circinata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into smaller sections and each section should be replanted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Symphyogyna circinata

Symphyogyna circinata can be found in South America.

Symphyogyna circinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyogyna circinata?

Symphyogyna circinata

What is the common name of Symphyogyna circinata?

Circinate Symphyogyna

What is the habitat of Symphyogyna circinata?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and wetlands

Species in the Symphyogyna genus

Symphyogyna aspera, Symphyogyna brasiliensis, Symphyogyna brongniartii, Symphyogyna podophylla, Symphyogyna sinuata, Symphyogyna hymenophyllum, Symphyogyna tenuinervis, Symphyogyna rectidens, Symphyogyna similis, Symphyogyna hochstetteri, Symphyogyna rhodina, Symphyogyna leptothelia, Symphyogyna apiculispina, Symphyogyna atronervia, Symphyogyna boliviensis, Symphyogyna caduciloba, Symphyogyna circinata, Symphyogyna digitisquama, Symphyogyna fuscovirens, Symphyogyna ignambiensis, Symphyogyna interrupta, Symphyogyna irregularis, Symphyogyna lacerosquama, Symphyogyna lindmanii, Symphyogyna luetzelburgii, Symphyogyna marginata, Symphyogyna mexicana, Symphyogyna multiflora, Symphyogyna paucidens, Symphyogyna purpureolimbata, Symphyogyna rubescens, Symphyogyna rubritincta, Symphyogyna semiinvolucrata, Symphyogyna subsimplex, Symphyogyna trivitatta, Symphyogyna ulvoides, Symphyogyna undulata, Symphyogyna volkensii,

Species in the Pallaviciniaceae family

Greeneothallus gemmiparus, Jensenia spinosa, Jensenia florschuetzii, Jensenia difformis, Jensenia connivens, Jensenia decipiens, Jensenia wallisii, Jensenia crassifrons, Pallavicinia camisassai, Pallavicinia ambigua, Pallavicinia baldwinii, Pallavicinia bipinnata, Pallavicinia cylindrica, Pallavicinia himalayensis, Pallavicinia hypandra, Pallavicinia indica, Pallavicinia levieri, Pallavicinia lyellii, Pallavicinia pseudolyellii, Pallavicinia purpurea, Pallavicinia ridleyi, Pallavicinia rubristipa, Pallavicinia subciliata, Podomitrium phyllanthus, Podomitrium malaccense, Podomitrium marginatum, Seppeltia succuba, Symphyogyna aspera, Symphyogyna brasiliensis, Symphyogyna brongniartii, Symphyogyna podophylla, Symphyogyna sinuata, Symphyogyna hymenophyllum, Symphyogyna tenuinervis, Symphyogyna rectidens, Symphyogyna similis, Symphyogyna hochstetteri, Symphyogyna rhodina, Symphyogyna leptothelia, Symphyogyna apiculispina, Symphyogyna atronervia, Symphyogyna boliviensis, Symphyogyna caduciloba, Symphyogyna circinata, Symphyogyna digitisquama, Symphyogyna fuscovirens, Symphyogyna ignambiensis, Symphyogyna interrupta, Symphyogyna irregularis, Symphyogyna lacerosquama,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208423: Based on data supplied by Bryonames