Diobelonella palustris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palustris
ID:
1212880
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dicks.) Ochyra
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Biodivers. Poland 3: 110 2003
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212218
Common Names
- Diobelonella palustris
- Marsh Diobelonella
- Marsh Bogmoss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diobelonella palustris (also called Diobelonella palustris, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-brown, cup-shaped liverwort. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in damp, shady places in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diobelonella palustris has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diobelonella palustris has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diobelonella palustris is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep moist and in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Diobelonella palustris
Diobelonella palustris can be found in the temperate and subtropical regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Diobelonella palustris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diobelonella palustris?
Diobelonella palustris
What is the common name of Diobelonella palustris?
Marsh Diobelonella
What is the habitat of Diobelonella palustris?
It is found in wetlands and marshes in Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Diobelonella genus
Species in the Aongstroemiaceae family
Aongstroemia filiformis, Aongstroemia appressa, Aongstroemia gayana, Aongstroemia julacea, Aongstroemia longipes, Aongstroemia orientalis, Aongstroemia subcompressa, Aongstroemia skorpili, Aongstroemiopsis julacea, Diobelonella palustris, Diobelonella rotundata, Hygrodicranum bolivianum, Hygrodicranum falklandicum, Hygrodicranum herrerae, Polymerodon andinus, Dichodontium debile, Dichodontium integrum, Dichodontium olympicum, Dichodontium pellucidum, Dichodontium flavescens, Dichodontium zgodon, Neodicranella hamulosa,
References
James Dickson (1738-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dicks.' in the authors string.
Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35214723: Based on data supplied by Bryonames