Kingdom:
Phylum:
Anthocerotidae
Order:
Anthocerotales
Species:
verruculosus
ID:
1043242

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J. Haseg.) R.L. Zhu & M.J. Lai

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 48: 383 2011

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042580



Common Names

  • Folioceros verruculosus
  • Warty Folioceros
  • Warty Liverwort


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Description

Folioceros verruculosus (also called Verruculose Folioceros, among many other common names) is a tropical, evergreen fern-like plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has small, scale-like leaves and stems that form a dense mat. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often used as a ground cover in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Folioceros verruculosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a source of fiber for paper and other products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Folioceros verruculosus has small, white flowers with 6 petals and 6 stamens. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a short stem and two small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Folioceros verruculosus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean. It is easily propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water or fertilizer.

Where to Find Folioceros verruculosus

Folioceros verruculosus is native to South America, and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

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,

References

Ming-Jou Lai (1949-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Lai' in the authors string.
Rui Liang Zhu (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Zhu' in the authors string.
Jiro Hasegawa (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Haseg.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100375292: Based on data supplied by Bryonames