Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pelliidae
Order:
Pallaviciniales
Species:
similis
ID:
1204067

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grolle

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Fenn. 133: 70. f. 4: a–n 1986

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203405

Common Names

  • Symphyogyna similis
  • Similar Symphyogyna
  • Similar Symphyogyna Moss

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Description

Symphyogyna similis (also called the Similar Leafy Liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort. It is a small plant, typically growing to 1 cm in height, and is found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia and North America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Symphyogyna similis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Symphyogyna similis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne on short, erect stalks. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symphyogyna similis 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 Symphyogyna similis

Symphyogyna similis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Symphyogyna similis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symphyogyna similis?

Symphyogyna similis

What is the common name of Symphyogyna similis?

Similar Symphyogyna

What is the habitat of Symphyogyna similis?

It is found in humid, shady forests in tropical and subtropical regions

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

Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35202866: Based on data supplied by Bryonames