Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pelliidae
Order:
Pallaviciniales
Species:
vulcanicolus
ID:
1205034

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M. Schust.

Source:
tro

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 26: 293 1963

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204372

Common Names

  • Xenothallus vulcanicolus
  • Vulcan's Xenothallus
  • Vulcanic Xenothallus

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Description

Xenothallus vulcanicolus (also called Vulcan's xenothallus, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Xenothalliaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a single row of leaves. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in humid forests and on shady rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Xenothallus vulcanicolus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is known to be an effective filter for water and can help to reduce the amount of nitrates and phosphates in the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Xenothallus vulcanicolus is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xenothallus vulcanicolus is a small, terrestrial liverwort that is native to Europe and North America. It can be propagated by spores or by division. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be kept in a moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant.

Where to Find Xenothallus vulcanicolus

Xenothallus vulcanicolus can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Xenothallus vulcanicolus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xenothallus vulcanicolus?

Xenothallus vulcanicolus

What is the family of Xenothallus vulcanicolus?

Xenothalliaceae

What is the habitat of Xenothallus vulcanicolus?

Volcanic soils

Species in the Xenothallus genus

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

Rudolf Mathias Schuster (1921-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Schust.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35204221: Based on data supplied by Bryonames