Status:
valid
Authors:
Kaal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Nov. Stirp. Pug.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196774
Common Names
- Scapania gymnostomophila
- Gymnostomophilous Scapania Moss
- Scapania Moss
Description
Scapania gymnostomophila (also called Gymnostomous 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 gymnostomophila is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scapania gymnostomophila has small, yellowish-green flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scapania gymnostomophila 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 gymnostomophila
Scapania gymnostomophila 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,