Frullania capillaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capillaris
ID:
1527992
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 4: 616. 1911
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013145
Common Names
- Frullania capillaris
- Capillary Liverwort
- Capillary Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania capillaris (also called 'Hairy Frullania', among many other common names) is a small, leafy liverwort species with a thalloid growth form. It is native to the Americas, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania capillaris is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used to create a natural habitat for wildlife. It is known for its ability to absorb pollutants from the air, making it a great choice for air purification.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Frullania capillaris are small and inconspicuous, with a single perianth of four or five tepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Frullania capillaris can be propagated by spore or vegetative propagation. Spores can be collected from the underside of the leaves and sown on a moist surface. Vegetative propagation can be done by division of the plant or by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and placed in a moist medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they take root.
Where to Find Frullania capillaris
Frullania capillaris can be found in Australia.
Frullania capillaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania capillaris?
Frullania capillaris
What type of plant is Frullania capillaris?
Liverwort
Where is Frullania capillaris found?
North America, Europe, and Asia
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: 100456742: Based on data supplied by Bryonames