Isotachis fragilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragilis
ID:
1208025
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl., n.s. 46(9): 67. f. 25: b–c 1911
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207363
Common Names
- Fragile Isotachis
- Isotachis fragilis
- Fragilis Isotachis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Isotachis fragilis (also called Fragile Isotachis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in New Zealand, Australia, and Tasmania. It is a small, bright green, tufted liverwort with a creeping stem. It is found in moist, shady, sheltered places such as rock crevices, tree bases, and on logs.
Uses & Benefits
Isotachis fragilis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Isotachis fragilis is small and white, with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Isotachis fragilis is a small, cushion-forming moss that can be propagated through division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer. Spore sowing can also be done, but it is a slow process and may take several years for the moss to establish itself.
Where to Find Isotachis fragilis
Isotachis fragilis can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.
Isotachis fragilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Isotachis fragilis?
Isotachis fragilis
What is the family of Isotachis fragilis?
Isotachiaceae
What is the distribution of Isotachis fragilis?
It is found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere
Species in the Isotachis genus
Isotachis multiceps, Isotachis serrulata, Isotachis olivacea, Isotachis plicata, Isotachis intortifolia, Isotachis lopezii, Isotachis humectata, Isotachis grossidens, Isotachis japonica, Isotachis armata, Isotachis aubertii, Isotachis inflata, Isotachis erythrorhiza, Isotachis spegazziniana, Isotachis sprucei, Isotachis vexans, Isotachis westlandica, Isotachis boliviensis, Isotachis chinensis, Isotachis fragilis, Isotachis grandis, Isotachis hastatistipula, Isotachis hians, Isotachis indica, Isotachis lyallii, Isotachis minima, Isotachis montana, Isotachis obtusa, Isotachis pusilla, Isotachis riparia,
Species in the Balantiopsidaceae family
Acroscyphella iwatsukii, Acroscyphella phoenicorhiza, Acroscyphella tjiwideiensis, Balantiopsis bisbifida, Balantiopsis montana, Balantiopsis splendens, Balantiopsis verrucosa, Balantiopsis tumida, Balantiopsis purpurata, Balantiopsis cancellata, Balantiopsis rosea, Balantiopsis paucidens, Balantiopsis neocaledonica, Balantiopsis diplophylla, Balantiopsis lingulata, Balantiopsis asymmetrica, Balantiopsis brasiliensis, Balantiopsis erinacea, Balantiopsis crocea, Balantiopsis convexiuscula, Balantiopsis ciliaris, Eoisotachis stephanii, Eoisotachis nigella, Isotachis multiceps, Isotachis serrulata, Isotachis olivacea, Isotachis plicata, Isotachis intortifolia, Isotachis lopezii, Isotachis humectata, Isotachis grossidens, Isotachis japonica, Isotachis armata, Isotachis aubertii, Isotachis inflata, Isotachis erythrorhiza, Isotachis spegazziniana, Isotachis sprucei, Isotachis vexans, Isotachis westlandica, Isotachis boliviensis, Isotachis chinensis, Isotachis fragilis, Isotachis grandis, Isotachis hastatistipula, Isotachis hians, Isotachis indica, Isotachis lyallii, Isotachis minima, Isotachis montana,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208230: Based on data supplied by Bryonames