Status:
valid
Authors:
(Horik.) Grolle
Source:
tro
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 28: 100 1965
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208553
Common Names
- Wettsteinia rotundifolia
- Round-Leaved Wettsteinia
- Rotundifolia Wettsteinia
Description
Wettsteinia rotundifolia (also called Round-leaved Wettsteinia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and grassy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Wettsteinia rotundifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Wettsteinia rotundifolia are small, white or pink, and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Wettsteinia rotundifolia is a small, epiphytic liverwort that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant can also be propagated by dividing the thalli (leaf-like structures) into small pieces and planting them in a moist, sterile medium. Both methods require a warm, humid environment and plenty of light.
Where to Find Wettsteinia rotundifolia
Wettsteinia rotundifolia is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It grows in grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.
Wettsteinia rotundifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Wettsteinia rotundifolia?
Wettsteinia rotundifolia
What is the common name of Wettsteinia rotundifolia?
Round-leaved liverwort
Where is Wettsteinia rotundifolia found?
Wettsteinia rotundifolia is found in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Species in the Wettsteinia genus
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,