Kingdom:
Phylum:
Anthocerotidae
Order:
Anthocerotales
Species:
apiahynus
ID:
1207257

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steph.) Hässel

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Candollea 45: 215 1990

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206595



Common Names

  • Folioceros apiahynus
  • Apiahynus Folioceros
  • Apiahynus Hornwort


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Description

Folioceros apiahynus (also called Apiahynus liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is found in the tropics of South America, Central America, and Mexico. It grows in moist, shady areas, often on rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Folioceros apiahynus is a species of plant in the family Foliocerotaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Folioceros apiahynus has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small and round. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Where to Find Folioceros apiahynus

Folioceros apiahynus is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Folioceros apiahynus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Folioceros apiahynus?

Folioceros apiahynus

What is the family of Folioceros apiahynus?

Foliocerotaceae

What is the distribution of Folioceros apiahynus?

South America

Species in the Anthocerotaceae family

Anthoceros adscendens, Anthoceros fusiformis, Anthoceros macounii, Anthoceros punctatus, Anthoceros agrestis, Anthoceros caucasicus, Anthoceros capricornii, Anthoceros dimorphus, Anthoceros natalensis, Anthoceros sambesianus, Anthoceros javanicoides, Anthoceros rosulans, Anthoceros bharadwajii, Anthoceros lamellatus, Anthoceros pinnatus, Anthoceros schroederi, Anthoceros tuberulatus, Anthoceros patagonicus, Anthoceros orizabensis, Anthoceros neesii, Anthoceros chungii, Anthoceros angustus, Anthoceros aethyopicus, Anthoceros brunnthaleri, Anthoceros buettneri, Anthoceros cristatus, Anthoceros floribundus, Anthoceros gasangorii, Anthoceros mildbraedii, Anthoceros myriandraecius, Anthoceros parvifrons, Anthoceros rossoi, Anthoceros pseudocostus, Anthoceros alpinus, Anthoceros pusillus, Anthoceros angustifolius, Anthoceros apocynon, Anthoceros scariosus, Anthoceros serratus, Anthoceros simulans, Anthoceros spongiosus, Anthoceros subtilis, Anthoceros telaganus, Anthoceros tristanianus, Anthoceros tuberosus, Anthoceros cavernosus, Anthoceros chambensis, Anthoceros venosus, Anthoceros wellmanii, Anthoceros crispatus,