Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
homophyllus
ID:
1201133

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Grolle

Source:
tro

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 111: 188 1964

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001200471



Common Names

  • Neesioscyphus homophyllus
  • Homophyllus Neesioscyphus
  • Homophyllus Cup-moss


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Description

Neesioscyphus homophyllus (also called Homophyllous Neesioscyphus, among many other common names) is a small, green, thalloid liverwort. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in moist woods and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Neesioscyphus homophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neesioscyphus homophyllus has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a glossy surface. The seedlings have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Where to Find Neesioscyphus homophyllus

Neesioscyphus homophyllus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Neesioscyphus homophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neesioscyphus homophyllus?

Neesioscyphus homophyllus

What type of plant is Neesioscyphus homophyllus?

Liverwort

Where is Neesioscyphus homophyllus found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35191295: Based on data supplied by Bryonames