Alobiellopsis dominicensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dominicensis
ID:
1206685
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Spruce) Fulford
Source:
tro
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 11: 350. 1968
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206023
Common Names
- Alobiellopsis dominicensis
- Dominican Alobiellopsis
- Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alobiellopsis dominicensis (also called Dominican alobiellopsis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. It grows on the ground in moist, shady areas, often in the understory of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Alobiellopsis dominicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alobiellopsis dominicensis has small, yellow-green flowers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alobiellopsis dominicensis can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 7.
Where to Find Alobiellopsis dominicensis
Alobiellopsis dominicensis can be found in the Dominican Republic.
Alobiellopsis dominicensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alobiellopsis dominicensis?
Alobiellopsis dominicensis
What is the common name of Alobiellopsis dominicensis?
Dominican alobiellopsis
What is the habitat of Alobiellopsis dominicensis?
It is found in moist forests and wetlands in Central and South America
Species in the Alobiellopsis genus
Species in the Cephaloziaceae family
Alobiella husnotii, Alobiellopsis acroscyphus, Alobiellopsis dominicensis, Alobiellopsis parvifolius, Alobiellopsis heteromorphus, Alobiellopsis pillansii, Cephalozia bicuspidata, Cephalozia lacinulata, Cephalozia macounii, Cephalozia crossii, Cephalozia hamatiloba, Cephalozia ambigua, Cephalozia darjeelingensis, Cephalozia badia, Cephalozia indica, Cephalozia pandei, Cephalozia kashyapii, Cephalozia chilensis, Cephalozia turgida, Cephalozia austrigena, Cephalozia schusteriana, Cephalozia pachygyna, Cephalozia mollusca, Cephalozia neesiana, Cephalozia nishimurae, Cephalozia parvifolia, Cephalozia physocaula, Cephalozia acuminata, Cephalozia acutiloba, Cephalozia albula, Cephalozia stolonacea, Cephalozia tricuspidata, Cephalozia trivialis, Cephalozia tubulata, Cephalozia veltenii, Cephalozia conchata, Cephalozia drucei, Cephalozia fuegiensis, Cephalozia kodaikanalensis, Cephalozia lucens, Cephalozia macgregorii, Cephalozia maxima, Fuscocephaloziopsis subintegra, Fuscocephaloziopsis affinis, Fuscocephaloziopsis africana, Fuscocephaloziopsis albescens, Fuscocephaloziopsis baldwinii, Fuscocephaloziopsis catenulata, Fuscocephaloziopsis connivens, Fuscocephaloziopsis crassifolia,
References
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Margaret Hannah Fulford (1904-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fulford' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206459: Based on data supplied by Bryonames