Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Family:
Species:
quadrata
ID:
1197274

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Saut.) Müll. Frib.

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 79: 74 1940

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196612



Common Names

  • Peltolepis quadrata
  • Quadrata Peltolepis
  • Quadrata Liverwort


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Description

Peltolepis quadrata (also called Square-stemmed Liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Peltolepidiaceae family. It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Peltolepis quadrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It can also be used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peltolepis quadrata has small yellow flowers with a single stamen. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peltolepis quadrata is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort. It is found in moist, shady places, and prefers acidic soils. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile, mossy surface, and kept in a cool, shaded location.

Where to Find Peltolepis quadrata

Peltolepis quadrata can be found in the northern hemisphere, in areas such as North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Peltolepis genus

References

Anton Eleutherius Sauter (1800-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saut.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185696: Based on data supplied by Bryonames