Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
contracta
ID:
1211755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Reinw., Blume & Nees) Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Sp. Hepat. 2: 124 1901

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001211093

Common Names

  • Cuspidatula contracta
  • Contracted Cuspidatula
  • Contracta Cuspidatula

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Description

Cuspidatula contracta (also called 'Contracted liverwort', among many other common names) is a small, cushion-shaped liverwort that grows up to 1 cm tall. It is native to Europe, Asia, North America, and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cuspidatula contracta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cuspidatula contracta has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in a single row. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuspidatula contracta can be propagated by spores, which are spread by wind or water. It can be cultivated in moist, shady areas with plenty of organic matter. It prefers acidic soils and can tolerate temperatures up to 30°C.

Where to Find Cuspidatula contracta

Cuspidatula contracta can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Cuspidatula contracta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuspidatula contracta?

Cuspidatula contracta

What is the common name of Cuspidatula contracta?

Contracted Cuspidatula

Where is Cuspidatula contracta found?

It is found in South America

Species in the Adelanthaceae family

Cuspidatula flaccida, Cuspidatula kirkii, Cuspidatula contracta, Cuspidatula monodon, Cuspidatula flexicaulis, Cuspidatula orbicularis, Cuspidatula robusta, Denotarisia linguifolia, Nothostrepta bifida, Nothostrepta longissima, Pisanoa chilensis, Protosyzygiella pseudoconnexa, Pseudomarsupidium decipiens, Pseudomarsupidium aureocinctum, Pseudomarsupidium borneense, Pseudomarsupidium piliferum, Syzygiella acinacifolia, Syzygiella nigrescens, Syzygiella paludosa, Syzygiella pseudocclusa, Syzygiella sonderi, Syzygiella spegazziniana, Syzygiella tasmanica, Syzygiella jacquinotii, Syzygiella autumnalis, Syzygiella colorata, Syzygiella elongella, Syzygiella nipponica, Syzygiella oenops, Syzygiella purpurascens, Syzygiella undata, Syzygiella anomala, Syzygiella manca, Syzygiella pectiniformis, Syzygiella perfoliata, Syzygiella setulosa, Syzygiella macrocalyx, Syzygiella campanulata, Syzygiella bilobata, Syzygiella concreta, Syzygiella securifolia, Syzygiella rubricaulis, Syzygiella subintegerrima, Syzygiella uleana, Syzygiella tonduzana, Syzygiella ovalifolia, Syzygiella eatonii, Syzygiella trigonifolia, Syzygiella burghardtii, Syzygiella ciliata,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt (1773-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reinw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35213197: Based on data supplied by Bryonames