Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f. & Taylor) Hamlin
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
1972
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208736
Common Names
- Eotrichocolea polycantha
- Polycanth Eotrichocolea
- Eotrichocolea
Description
Eotrichocolea polycantha (also called 'Many-spiked Eotrichocolea', among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort species. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Eotrichocolea polycantha is used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eotrichocolea polycantha has small, yellowish-green flowers with 6 petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and yellowish-green.
Where to Find Eotrichocolea polycantha
Eotrichocolea polycantha is found in tropical and subtropical regions, including parts of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Eotrichocolea polycantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eotrichocolea polycantha?
Eotrichocolea polycantha
What is the common name of Eotrichocolea polycantha?
Polycantha liverwort
What is the habitat of Eotrichocolea polycantha?
It is found in moist, shady places in forests, on rocks, and on tree trunks
Species in the Eotrichocolea genus
Species in the Trichocoleaceae family
Eotrichocolea polycantha,
Eotrichocolea polyacantha,
Eotrichocolea furukii,
Leiomitra flaccida,
Leiomitra paraphyllina,
Leiomitra tomentosa,
Leiomitra lanata,
Leiomitra mastigophoroides,
Leiomitra smaragdina,
Leiomitra hirticaulis,
Leiomitra elegans,
Leiomitra argentea,
Leiomitra brevifissa,
Leiomitra breviseta,
Leiomitra capillata,
Leiomitra elliottii,
Leiomitra merrillana,
Leiomitra patriciana,
Leiomitra robusta,
Leiomitra sprucei,
Trichocolea japonica,
Trichocolea tomentella,
Trichocolea udarii,
Trichocolea filicaulis,
Trichocolea gracillima,
Trichocolea hatcheri,
Trichocolea iriomotensis,
Trichocolea magna,
Trichocolea mollissima,
Trichocolea pauciseta,
Trichocolea pluma,
Trichocolea rigida,
Trichocolea rudimentaris,