Frullania dilatata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dilatata
ID:
1203002
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Dumort.
Source:
tro
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Jungerm. 13 1835
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001202340
Common Names
- Frullania dilatata
- Dilatata Liverwort
- Dilatata Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania dilatata (also called Dilated Frullania, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort. It is native to New Zealand and grows in wet, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania dilatata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Frullania dilatata sub. asiatica S. Hatt.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania dilatata has small, yellowish-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and kidney-shaped in shape. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.
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Frullania dilatata is a tropical species that is native to South America. It is an epiphytic species that is found growing on trees and rocks. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Frullania dilatata
Frullania dilatata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.
Frullania dilatata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania dilatata?
Frullania dilatata
What is the common name of Frullania dilatata?
Dilated liverwort
What type of environment does Frullania dilatata prefer?
Moist and shady areas
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35201500: Based on data supplied by Bryonames