Frullania boveana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boveana
ID:
1208176
Status:
valid
Authors:
C. Massal.
Source:
tro
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. 17: 244. pl. 23: 27 1885
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207514
Common Names
- Frullania boveana
- Frullania
- Boveana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania boveana (also called Frullania boveana, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Frullaniaceae family. It is a small plant, typically reaching no more than 2 cm in height. It is native to South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania boveana is used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania boveana has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne on short stalks. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Frullania boveana is a species of liverwort native to Europe. It is a small, cushion-forming liverwort that grows in wet, shady places. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is best grown in a container with a moist, peaty soil mix. It can be grown in full sun, but it will need more frequent watering. It is hardy to USDA Zone 5.
Where to Find Frullania boveana
Frullania boveana can be found in moist areas of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Frullania boveana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania boveana?
Frullania boveana
What type of plant is Frullania boveana?
A liverwort
Where does Frullania boveana grow?
It is found in the eastern United States
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
Caro Benigno Massalongo (1852-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Massal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208386: Based on data supplied by Bryonames