Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
spegazziniana
ID:
1208024

Status:
valid

Authors:
C. Massal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. 17: 220. pl. 16: 10 1885

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207362



Common Names

  • Spegazzini's Isotachis
  • Isotachis spegazziniana
  • Spegazziniana Isotachis


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Description

Isotachis spegazziniana (also called 'Spegazzini's Isotachis', among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort with a thallus that is divided into many small, lobed segments. It is native to South Africa, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Isotachis spegazziniana 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 spegazziniana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Isotachis spegazziniana 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 spegazziniana

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

Isotachis spegazziniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Isotachis spegazziniana?

Isotachis spegazziniana

What is the family of Isotachis spegazziniana?

Isotachiaceae

What is the distribution of Isotachis spegazziniana?

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,

References

Caro Benigno Massalongo (1852-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Massal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208229: Based on data supplied by Bryonames