Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
boliviensis
ID:
1206411

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 87: 182. f. 94: a–b 1916

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001205749

Common Names

  • Stephaniella boliviensis
  • Bolivian Stephaniella
  • Bolivian Liverwort

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Description

Stephaniella boliviensis (also called 'Bolivian Stephaniella', among many other common names) is a species of moss native to South America. It is a small, bright green moss with a stem up to 1 cm long and leaves that are up to 1.5 mm long. It grows in moist, shady areas in the Andes Mountains of Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Uses & Benefits

Stephaniella boliviensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stephaniella boliviensis is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and thin, with a yellow-green stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Where to Find Stephaniella boliviensis

Stephaniella boliviensis can be found in the Andes of Bolivia and Peru.

Stephaniella boliviensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephaniella boliviensis?

Stephaniella boliviensis

What is the common name of Stephaniella boliviensis?

Stephaniella Boliviensis Moss

Where is Stephaniella boliviensis found?

Stephaniella boliviensis is found in South America, specifically in Bolivia, Peru, and Ecuador.

References

Franz Stephani (1842-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steph.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206159: Based on data supplied by Bryonames