Sauteria inflata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inflata
ID:
1199819
Status:
valid
Authors:
C. Gao & K.C. Chang
Source:
tro
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 3: 389. f. 1: 13–16 1981
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199157
Common Names
- Sauteria inflata
- Inflated Sauteria
- Sauteria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sauteria inflata (also called Inflated Sauteria, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Porellaceae. It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, and is found on soil, rocks, and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Sauteria inflata is a species of moss that is used as a soil conditioner and mulch. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sauteria inflata is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, brown, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sauteria inflata is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in containers or in the ground in a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It prefers partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Sauteria inflata
Sauteria inflata is found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is commonly found in moist, shady habitats such as woodland floors.
Sauteria inflata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sauteria inflata?
Sauteria inflata
What is the common name of Sauteria inflata?
None
What is the habitat of Sauteria inflata?
It is found in shallow water on rocks and stones
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
Ge Zhang (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.C.Zhang' in the authors string.
Chien Gao (1929-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Gao' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35189603: Based on data supplied by Bryonames