Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Genus:
Species:
formosica
ID:
1209193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Horik.

Source:
tro

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Ber. Thatigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208531


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Description

Targionia formosica (also called 'Formosica', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is a small, dark green plant with a thalloid body and a creeping, branching habit. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Targionia formosica is used as a traditional medicine in China and Japan to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Targionia formosica has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Targionia formosica is a small, evergreen shrub native to Taiwan. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Targionia formosica

Targionia formosica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.

References

Yoshiwo Horikawa (1902-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Horik.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35209552: Based on data supplied by Bryonames