Leiomitra flaccida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flaccida
ID:
1200981
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce
Source:
tro
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 15: 349 1885
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001200319
Common Names
- Leiomitra flaccida
- Flaccida Moss
- Flaccida Leafy Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leiomitra flaccida (also called 'Flaccid liverwort', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Frullaniaceae family. It is found in Europe, North America, and Asia. It grows in moist, shady places, such as on rocks, logs, and soil.
Uses & Benefits
Leiomitra flaccida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leiomitra flaccida has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have one or two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leiomitra flaccida can be propagated by spores or by division of the thallus. Cultivation requires a moist, shaded environment and a substrate of humus-rich soil. The plant should be kept in a temperature range of 10-20°C and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Leiomitra flaccida
Leiomitra flaccida can be found in South America.
Leiomitra flaccida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leiomitra flaccida?
Leiomitra flaccida
What is the common name of Leiomitra flaccida?
Flaccid Leiomitra
What is the family of Leiomitra flaccida?
Lejeuneaceae
Species in the Leiomitra genus
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,
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,
References
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35191081: Based on data supplied by Bryonames