Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. Victoria
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204517
Common Names
- Trichocolea
- Rudimentaris
- Rudimentaris Moss
Description
Trichocolea rudimentaris (also called Trichocolea rudimentaire, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is native to Europe and North America. It grows in moist, shady places, often on rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Trichocolea rudimentaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Trichocolea rudimentaris has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together. Its seeds are small and black and have a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trichocolea rudimentaris is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in the garden. It is best grown in a soil that is rich in organic matter and is well-drained. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Trichocolea rudimentaris
Trichocolea rudimentaris is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Trichocolea rudimentaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichocolea rudimentaris?
Trichocolea rudimentaris
What type of plant is Trichocolea rudimentaris?
A liverwort
What is the habitat of Trichocolea rudimentaris?
It is found in humid and shady forests
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,