Kingdom:
Phylum:
Metzgeriidae
Order:
Pleuroziales
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
1198843

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F. Weber) Lindb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Hepat. Scand. Exsicc. 5 1874

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198181

Common Names

  • Gigantea Pleurozia
  • Gigantea Liverwort
  • Gigantea Moss

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Description

Pleurozia gigantea (also called Giant liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in the Americas. It has a thalloid growth form, with a flat and ribbon-like body. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurozia gigantea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleurozia gigantea is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, black, spore-like structure. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurozia gigantea is a small, evergreen fern that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing, clump-forming plant with small, bright green fronds. It is easy to grow and propagate, and can be propagated from spores or by division. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade, and is drought tolerant once established. It is also suitable for growing in containers.

Where to Find Pleurozia gigantea

Pleurozia gigantea is native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It can be found in wet, shady habitats, such as bogs and fens.

References

Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Weber (1781-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Weber' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35188031: Based on data supplied by Bryonames