Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Species:
hirsuta
ID:
1196963

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Nees

Source:
tro

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Enum. Pl. 1: 307 1833

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196301



Common Names

  • Dumortiera hirsuta
  • Hairy Dumortiera
  • Hairy Leaf


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Description

Dumortiera hirsuta (also called Hairy Leafy Liverwort, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, leafy liverwort. It is found in western North America, from British Columbia to California, and grows in moist, shaded habitats such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dumortiera hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It has a low-growing habit and can be used to create a carpet of foliage. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Dumortiera hirsuta sub. nepalensis (Taylor) R.M. Schust.
Dumortiera hirsuta sub. tatunoi Horik.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dumortiera hirsuta has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 tepals. Its seeds are small and brown, and its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dumortiera hirsuta can be propagated by spores or by division of the thallus. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with plenty of air circulation. Soil should be kept moist, but not soggy, and fertilizers should be used sparingly.

Where to Find Dumortiera hirsuta

Dumortiera hirsuta is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Species in the Dumortiera genus

Species in the Dumortieraceae family

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185098: Based on data supplied by Bryonames