Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
vriesei
ID:
1212125

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dozy & Molk.) Ignatov & Huttunen

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Arctoa 11: 281 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001211463



Common Names

  • Vriesei Moss
  • Remyella Vriesei Moss
  • Remyella Moss


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Description

Remyella vriesei (also called Vriese's Remyella, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Lejeuneaceae. It is found in tropical Asia, specifically in India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thalloid body, and grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and on tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Remyella vriesei is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Remyella vriesei is a small, yellowish-green, and has a single perianth. Its seed is a small, black, and ovoid. The seedlings are small with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Remyella vriesei is a small, moss-like plant that is native to South America. It can be grown in a wide range of soils and climates, but prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or by sowing the spores. Division should be done in spring or early summer, and the spores should be sown in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Remyella vriesei

Remyella vriesei can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Remyella vriesei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Remyella vriesei?

Remyella vriesei

What type of plant is Remyella vriesei?

Liverwort

Where is Remyella vriesei found?

South America

Species in the Brachytheciaceae family

Aerobryum speciosum, Aerobryum brevicuspis, Aerolindigia capillacea, Brachytheciastrum delicatulum, Brachytheciastrum collinum, Brachytheciastrum dieckei, Brachytheciastrum falcatulum, Brachytheciastrum kashmirense, Brachytheciastrum leibergii, Brachytheciastrum microcollinum, Brachytheciastrum paradoxum, Brachytheciastrum trachypodium, Brachytheciastrum velutinum, Brachytheciastrum fendleri, Brachytheciastrum olympicum, Brachytheciastrum leiopodium, Brachytheciastrum salicinum, Brachytheciastrum umbilicatum, Brachytheciella stolonifera, Brachythecium tortipilum, Brachythecium dahuricum, Brachythecium irinae, Brachythecium jacuticum, Brachythecium chakratense, Brachythecium garhwalense, Brachythecium acuminatum, Brachythecium afroglareosum, Brachythecium albicans, Brachythecium asperrimum, Brachythecium auriculatum, Brachythecium austroglareosum, Brachythecium austrosalebrosum, Brachythecium bellii, Brachythecium bodinieri, Brachythecium borgenii, Brachythecium brachycarpum, Brachythecium brachycladum, Brachythecium buchananii, Brachythecium calliergonoides, Brachythecium campestre, Brachythecium camptothecioides, Brachythecium campylothallum, Brachythecium caucasicum, Brachythecium cavifolium, Brachythecium chauvetii, Brachythecium chocayae, Brachythecium cirrosum, Brachythecium complanatum, Brachythecium comtifolium, Brachythecium conostomum,

References

Mikhail Stanislavovich Ignatov (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ignatov' in the authors string.
Julian(us) Hendrik Molkenboer (1816-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molk.' in the authors string.
Sanna Marjukka Huttunen (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huttunen' in the authors string.
Frans Dozy (1807-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dozy' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35213815: Based on data supplied by Bryonames