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
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.
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.
Species in the Pleurozia genus
Pleurozia purpurea,
Pleurozia johannis-winkleri,
Pleurozia gigantea,
Pleurozia conchifolia,
Pleurozia subinflata,
Pleurozia articulata,
Pleurozia acinosa,
Pleurozia paradoxa,
Pleurozia curiosa,
Pleurozia caledonica,
Pleurozia heterophylla,
Pleurozia pocsii,
Species in the Pleuroziaceae family
Pleurozia purpurea,
Pleurozia johannis-winkleri,
Pleurozia gigantea,
Pleurozia conchifolia,
Pleurozia subinflata,
Pleurozia articulata,
Pleurozia acinosa,
Pleurozia paradoxa,
Pleurozia curiosa,
Pleurozia caledonica,
Pleurozia heterophylla,
Pleurozia pocsii,