Frullania austinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austinii
ID:
1527951
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J. Atwood, Vilnet, Mamontov & Konstant.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia Beiheft. 150: 231. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013115
Common Names
- Frullania Austinii
- Ferny Moss
- Lace Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania austinii (also called 'Austin's liverwort', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is found in Europe, North America, and Central America. It grows on rocks, trees, and soil in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania austinii is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used to create a natural habitat for wildlife. It has a high tolerance for drought and can be used to help prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania austinii has small yellowish-green flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and round, with a single, small leaf.
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Frullania austinii can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It requires regular watering and should be fertilized every few weeks. It can be propagated by taking cuttings of the stems and replanting them in a moist, shady area.
Where to Find Frullania austinii
Frullania austinii is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Frullania austinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania austinii?
Frullania austinii
What is the family of Frullania austinii?
Frullaniaceae
What is the distribution of Frullania austinii?
Eastern Australia
Species in the Frullania genus
Frullania hodgsoniae, Frullania colliculosa, Frullania clandestina, Frullania truncatistyla, Frullania parhamii, Frullania knightbridgei, Frullania bolanderi, Frullania brittoniae, Frullania californica, Frullania catalinae, Frullania chilcootiensis, Frullania cobrensis, Frullania donnellii, Frullania eboracensis, Frullania franciscana, Frullania inflata, Frullania jackii, Frullania kunzei, Frullania oakesiana, Frullania obcordata, Frullania plana, Frullania riparia, Frullania selwyniana, Frullania tamarisci, Frullania asagrayana, Frullania atrata, Frullania beyrichiana, Frullania brasiliensis, Frullania breuteliana, Frullania convoluta, Frullania crispiloba, Frullania cuencensis, Frullania ericoides, Frullania gibbosa, Frullania chodatii, Frullania mexicana, Frullania intumescens, Frullania lindenbergii, Frullania microcephala, Frullania moritziana, Frullania pluricarinata, Frullania riojaneirensis, Frullania semivillosa, Frullania triquetra, Frullania winteri, Frullania apiculata, Frullania deppii, Frullania miradorensis, Frullania turfosa, Frullania hamiflora,
Species in the Frullaniaceae family
Frullania hodgsoniae, Frullania colliculosa, Frullania clandestina, Frullania truncatistyla, Frullania parhamii, Frullania knightbridgei, Frullania bolanderi, Frullania brittoniae, Frullania californica, Frullania catalinae, Frullania chilcootiensis, Frullania cobrensis, Frullania donnellii, Frullania eboracensis, Frullania franciscana, Frullania inflata, Frullania jackii, Frullania kunzei, Frullania oakesiana, Frullania obcordata, Frullania plana, Frullania riparia, Frullania selwyniana, Frullania tamarisci, Frullania asagrayana, Frullania atrata, Frullania beyrichiana, Frullania brasiliensis, Frullania breuteliana, Frullania convoluta, Frullania crispiloba, Frullania cuencensis, Frullania ericoides, Frullania gibbosa, Frullania chodatii, Frullania mexicana, Frullania intumescens, Frullania lindenbergii, Frullania microcephala, Frullania moritziana, Frullania pluricarinata, Frullania riojaneirensis, Frullania semivillosa, Frullania triquetra, Frullania winteri, Frullania apiculata, Frullania deppii, Frullania miradorensis, Frullania turfosa, Frullania hamiflora,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100504256: Based on data supplied by Bryonames