Leiomitra hirticaulis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirticaulis
ID:
1208565
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia 73: 472 2001
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207903
Common Names
- Leiomitra hirticaulis
- Hirticaulis Leiomitra
- Hirticaulis Leafy Liverwort
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Leiomitra hirticaulis (also called Hirticaulis Leiomitra, among many other common names) is a liverwort species in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is a small plant with a thallus up to 2 cm long and up to 0.5 cm wide. It is native to Europe, and is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Leiomitra hirticaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leiomitra hirticaulis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Leiomitra hirticaulis is a liverwort that can be propagated through spores or by division. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be grown in a potting mix or on a moist rock. It can also be grown in terrariums or aquariums.
Where to Find Leiomitra hirticaulis
Leiomitra hirticaulis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Leiomitra hirticaulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leiomitra hirticaulis?
Leiomitra hirticaulis
What is the common name of Leiomitra hirticaulis?
Hirticaulis
What is the habitat of Leiomitra hirticaulis?
Moist soil, rocks, and tree trunks
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
Rudolf Mathias Schuster (1921-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Schust.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208811: Based on data supplied by Bryonames