Leiomitra merrillana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
merrillana
ID:
1527627
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) T. Katag.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 115(4): 488. 2012
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000012840
Common Names
- Leiomitra merrillana
- Merrill's Leiomitra
- Merrill Leiomitra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leiomitra merrillana (also called 'Merrill's Leiomitra', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen, cushion-forming plant with short, thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the Falkland Islands, where it grows in open grassland, rocky slopes and coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Leiomitra merrillana has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leiomitra merrillana has white, star-shaped flowers with 6 petals and 6 stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, round and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leiomitra merrillana is a small, perennial, evergreen plant that grows in a wide range of habitats. It is easily propagated by division of the plant or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny position. It is tolerant of drought and frost and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Leiomitra merrillana
Leiomitra merrillana can be found in the western United States and Canada.
Leiomitra merrillana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leiomitra merrillana?
Leiomitra merrillana
What is the common name of Leiomitra merrillana?
Merrill's Sunburst Lichen
What is the habitat of Leiomitra merrillana?
Found on bark of trees in tropical and subtropical rainforests
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100384707: Based on data supplied by Bryonames