Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
polycantha
ID:
1209398

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

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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.

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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

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-35209805: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Bruce Gordon Hamlin (1929-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamlin' in the authors string.
Thomas Taylor (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taylor' in the authors string.