Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
grossidens
ID:
1208037

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl., n.s. 46(9): 69. f. 25: g 1911

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207375



Common Names

  • Gross-toothed Isotachis
  • Isotachis grossidens
  • Grossidens Isotachis


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Description

Isotachis grossidens (also called Grossidens 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 grossidens is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums, and can also be used as a food source for certain species of fish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Isotachis grossidens is small and yellow, 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Isotachis grossidens is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Isotachis grossidens

Isotachis grossidens can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.

Isotachis grossidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isotachis grossidens?

Isotachis grossidens

What is the family of Isotachis grossidens?

Isotachiaceae

What is the distribution of Isotachis grossidens?

It is found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere

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,