Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
atlanticum
ID:
1214649

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedenäs) Hedenäs

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 28: 201 2006

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213987

Common Names

  • Pelekium atlanticum
  • Atlanticum Leafy Liverwort
  • Atlanticum Leaf-liverwort
  • Atlanticum Leaf Liverwort

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Description

Pelekium atlanticum (also called 'Atlantic Pelekium', among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green thallose liverwort that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pelekium atlanticum is a moss species that is used in horticulture as a ground cover or as a decorative element in terrariums and aquariums. It is also used in the construction of green roofs and walls.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pelekium atlanticum has small, yellow-green flowers. Its seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and yellow-green in colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pelekium atlanticum can be propagated by division of the rhizomes, or by sowing spores. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or autumn, and the spores should be sown on a sterile medium in a shady spot in spring or summer. The medium should be kept moist and the spores should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Pelekium atlanticum

Pelekium atlanticum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.

Pelekium atlanticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pelekium atlanticum?

Pelekium atlanticum

What type of plant is Pelekium atlanticum?

Liverwort

Where is Pelekium atlanticum found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Thuidiaceae family

Abietinella abietina, Boulaya mittenii, Bryonoguchia molkenboeri, Cyrto-hypnum cylindraceum, Cyrto-hypnum espinosae, Cyrto-hypnum intermedium, Cyrto-hypnum arzobispoae, Cyrto-hypnum frontinoae, Cyrto-hypnum unipinnatum, Echinophyllum sachalinense, Fauriella petelotii, Fauriella baolocensis, Fauriella robustiuscula, Fauriella tenerrima, Fauriella tenuis, Indothuidium kiasense, Inouethuidium robbinsii, Pelekium sharpii, Pelekium bifarium, Pelekium velatum, Pelekium bonianum, Pelekium campanulatum, Pelekium chenagonii, Pelekium ciliatum, Pelekium contortulum, Pelekium erosifolium, Pelekium fuscatum, Pelekium gratum, Pelekium intricatum, Pelekium investe, Pelekium involvens, Pelekium leptocladum, Pelekium minusculum, Pelekium minutulum, Pelekium muricatulum, Pelekium pygmaeum, Pelekium ramosissimum, Pelekium ramusculosum, Pelekium schistocalyx, Pelekium scabrosulum, Pelekium siphotheca, Pelekium subpinnatum, Pelekium synoicum, Pelekium varians, Pelekium versicolor, Pelekium watanabei, Pelekium microphyllum, Pelekium atlanticum, Pelekium pseudoinvolvens, Pelekium thomeanum,

References

Lars Hedenäs (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedenäs' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35216998: Based on data supplied by Bryonames