Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
glaucocephala
ID:
1197435

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Taylor) Austin

Source:
tro

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 6: 85 1876

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196773

Common Names

  • Scapania glaucocephala
  • Glaucocephalous Scapania Moss
  • Scapania Moss

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Description

Scapania glaucocephala (also called Glaucous-headed scapania, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Scapaniaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus that is divided into two layers. It is native to Europe and North America and is found in damp, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scapania glaucocephala is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scapania glaucocephala var. saxicola (R.M. Schust.) Potemkin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scapania glaucocephala has small, yellowish-green flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scapania glaucocephala can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the most common method of propagation. The plant can be divided into several smaller sections and planted in separate pots. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Scapania glaucocephala

Scapania glaucocephala can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

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

Thomas Taylor (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taylor' in the authors string.
Coe Finch Austin (1831-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Austin' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185987: Based on data supplied by Bryonames