Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.B. Jack) Schiffn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. (ed. 2)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198192
Common Names
- Paradox Pleurozia
- Paradox Liverwort
- Paradox Moss
Description
Pleurozia paradoxa (also called Paradox 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 paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums, and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleurozia paradoxa 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 paradoxa can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizome. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It is best to keep the soil slightly acidic with a pH of around 5.5-6.5.
Where to Find Pleurozia paradoxa
Pleurozia paradoxa can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Pleurozia paradoxa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleurozia paradoxa?
Pleurozia paradoxa
Where is Pleurozia paradoxa found?
Pleurozia paradoxa is found in South America.
What type of plant is Pleurozia paradoxa?
Pleurozia paradoxa is a type of moss.
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,