Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia 61: 554 1995
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199676
Common Names
- Cephalomitrion aterrimum
- Aterrimum Cephalomitrion
- Aterrimum Liverwort
Description
Cephalomitrion aterrimum (also called Black-tipped cephalomitrion, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Lejeuneaceae family. It is a small, green, leafy liverwort with an erect habit. It is native to South America and can be found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Cephalomitrion aterrimum is used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and as a decorative plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cephalomitrion aterrimum has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and six stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and yellow-green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cephalomitrion aterrimum is a small, terrestrial liverwort that can be propagated by spore or by division. It can be cultivated in a moist, shady environment with a soil pH of 5.5-7.0. It prefers a soil that is rich in organic matter and well-drained. It should be kept in a location that is protected from direct sunlight and wind. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Cephalomitrion aterrimum
Cephalomitrion aterrimum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Cephalomitrion aterrimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cephalomitrion aterrimum?
Cephalomitrion aterrimum
What is the common name of Cephalomitrion aterrimum?
Black Liverwort
What is the habitat of Cephalomitrion aterrimum?
Moist and shady areas
Species in the Cephalomitrion genus
Species in the Cephaloziellaceae family
Allisoniella subbipartita,
Allisoniella nigra,
Allisoniella recurva,
Allisoniella scottii,
Allisoniella tasmanica,
Amphicephalozia geisslerae,
Amphicephalozia africana,
Amphicephalozia amplexicaulis,
Cephalojonesia incuba,
Cephalomitrion aterrimum,
Cephaloziella brinkmanii,
Cephaloziella dentata,
Cephaloziella divaricata,
Cephaloziella elachista,
Cephaloziella grimsulana,
Cephaloziella hampeana,
Cephaloziella integerrima,
Cephaloziella massalongii,
Cephaloziella patulifolia,
Cephaloziella phyllacantha,
Cephaloziella rappii,
Cephaloziella rubella,
Cephaloziella spinicaulis,
Cephaloziella turneri,
Cephaloziella uncinata,
Cephaloziella spinigera,
Cephaloziella subtilis,
Cephaloziella arctogena,
Cephaloziella longii,
Cephaloziella microphylla,
Cephaloziella aenigmatica,
Cephaloziella muelleriana,
Cephaloziella invisa,
Cephaloziella grandiretis,
Cephaloziella nothogena,
Cephaloziella exigua,
Cephaloziella pellucida,
Cephaloziella breviperianthia,
Cephaloziella aspericaulis,
Cephaloziella elegans,
Cephaloziella meghalayensis,
Cephaloziella dentifolia,
Cephaloziella obtusilobula,
Cephaloziella mamillifera,
Cephaloziella capensis,
Cephaloziella natalensis,
Cephaloziella tenuissima,
Cephaloziella stellulifera,
Cephaloziella heteroica,
Cephaloziella exiliflora,