Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
andicolum
ID:
1210516

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M. Schust.

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 248 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209854

Common Names

  • Diplophyllum andicolum
  • Andicolum Moss
  • Andicolum Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Diplophyllum andicolum (also called the Two-leaf Diplophyllum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Diplophyllum andicolum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplophyllum andicolum is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplophyllum andicolum is a small, evergreen liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spore dispersal. Cultivation requires moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best propagated by division in early spring.

Where to Find Diplophyllum andicolum

Diplophyllum andicolum can be found in parts of Europe, North America, and Asia.

Diplophyllum andicolum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplophyllum andicolum?

Diplophyllum andicolum

What is the common name of Diplophyllum andicolum?

Andicolum Diplophyllum

What is the habitat of Diplophyllum andicolum?

It is found in moist, shady places in deciduous and coniferous forests

Species in the Scapaniaceae family

Diplophyllum albicans, Diplophyllum andrewsii, Diplophyllum apiculatum, Diplophyllum obtusatum, Diplophyllum obtusifolium, Diplophyllum taxifolium, Diplophyllum trollii, Diplophyllum gemmiparum, Diplophyllum angustifolium, Diplophyllum incrassatum, Diplophyllum novum, Diplophyllum androgynum, Diplophyllum serrulatum, Diplophyllum andicolum, Diplophyllum africanum, Diplophyllum dioicum, Diplophyllum exiguum, Diplophyllum kinabaluense, Diplophyllum nanum, Diplophyllum purpurascens, Diplophyllum recurvifolium, Diplophyllum sibiricum, Diplophyllum squarrosum, Diplophyllum verrucosum, Douinia ovata, Douinia imbricata, Douinia plicata, Macrodiplophyllum flaccidum, Macrodiplophyllum rubrum, Pseudotritomaria heterophylla, Saccobasis polita, Saccobasis polymorpha, Scapania aequiloba, Scapania apiculata, Scapania bolanderi, Scapania brevicaulis, Scapania calcicola, Scapania carinthiaca, Scapania compacta, Scapania curta, Scapania cuspiduligera, Scapania glaucocephala, Scapania gymnostomophila, Scapania hyperborea, Scapania irrigua, Scapania kaurinii, Scapania lingulata, Scapania mucronata, Scapania obcordata, Scapania obscura,

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: 35211528: Based on data supplied by Bryonames