Archeophylla paradoxa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
1527593
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M. Schust.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Transactions of the British Bryological Society. 4(5): 810. 1965
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000012817
Common Names
- Archeophylla paradoxa
- Paradox Archeophylla
- Paradox's Archeophylla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Archeophylla paradoxa (also called 'Paradoxical Archeophylla', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen, cushion-forming plant with short, thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the Falkland Islands, where it grows in open grassland, rocky slopes and coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Archeophylla paradoxa has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Archeophylla paradoxa has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Archeophylla paradoxa is a small, tufted fern with short, creeping rhizomes. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in moist, shady areas in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Archeophylla paradoxa
Archeophylla paradoxa can be found in the temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Archeophylla paradoxa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archeophylla paradoxa?
Archeophylla paradoxa
What is the common name of Archeophylla paradoxa?
Paradoxical liverwort
Where is Archeophylla paradoxa found?
Archeophylla paradoxa is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Archeophylla genus
Species in the Pseudolepicoleaceae family
Archeophylla schusteri, Archeophylla paradoxa, Archeophylla pungens, Castanoclobos julaceus, Chaetocolea palmata, Herzogiaria teres, Isophyllaria attenuata, Isophyllaria fuegiana, Pseudolepicolea fryei, Pseudolepicolea quadrilaciniata, Pseudolepicolea grolleana, Pseudolepicolea kuehnemannii, Pseudolepicolea andoi, Pseudolepicolea trollii, Pseudolepicolea temnomoides, Temnoma pilosum, Temnoma quadripartitum, Temnoma setigerum, Temnoma chaetophylla, Temnoma pulchellum, Temnoma townrowiorum, Temnoma angustifolium, Temnoma palmatum, Temnoma patagonicum, Temnoma paucisetigerum, Temnoma quadrifidum,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100455479: Based on data supplied by Bryonames