Sauteria chilensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
1203006
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindenb. ex Mont.) Grolle
Source:
tro
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 58: 200 1985
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001202344
Common Names
- Sauteria chilensis
- Chilensis Liverwort
- Chilensis Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sauteria chilensis (also called Chilean Sauteria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort. It is native to Chile and grows in wet, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sauteria chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sauteria chilensis has small, yellowish-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and star-shaped in shape. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sauteria chilensis is a tropical species that is native to South America. It is an epiphytic species that is found growing on trees and rocks. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Sauteria chilensis
Sauteria chilensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.
Sauteria chilensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sauteria chilensis?
Sauteria chilensis
What is the common name of Sauteria chilensis?
Chilean cup-moss
What type of environment does Sauteria chilensis prefer?
Moist and shady areas
Species in the Sauteria genus
Species in the Cleveaceae family
Athalamia pulcherrima, Athalamia dioica, Athalamia pinguis, Clevea pusilla, Clevea hyalina, Clevea nana, Clevea pedicellata, Clevea spathysii, Peltolepis quadrata, Sauteria alpina, Sauteria inflata, Sauteria spongiosa, Sauteria chilensis, Sauteria crassipes, Sauteria nyikaensis, Aitchisoniella himalayensis,
References
Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' in the authors string.
Johann Bernhard Wilhelm Lindenberg (1781-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindenb.' 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: 35201504: Based on data supplied by Bryonames