Frullania kagoshimensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kagoshimensis
ID:
1204451
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Sp. Hepat. 4: 353 1910
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203789
Common Names
- Frullania kagoshimensis
- Kagoshima Frullania
- Kagoshima's Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania kagoshimensis (also called Kagoshima liverwort, among many other common names) is a small, leafy liverwort with a creeping habit. It is native to Japan, and grows in moist, shaded areas such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania kagoshimensis has been used for ornamental purposes, as a decorative plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, dysentery, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Frullania kagoshimensis sub. hunanensis (S. Hatt.) S. Hatt. & P.J. LinFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania kagoshimensis has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single petal. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and oval-shaped.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Frullania kagoshimensis is a small, tufted liverwort that is native to Japan. It can be propagated from spores or from vegetative fragments. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady outdoor location. It can also be grown indoors in a pot with a moist, well-draining soil mix. It should be kept in a location with bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied sparingly.
Where to Find Frullania kagoshimensis
Frullania kagoshimensis can be found in Japan.
Frullania kagoshimensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania kagoshimensis?
Frullania kagoshimensis
What type of plant is Frullania kagoshimensis?
A liverwort
Where is Frullania kagoshimensis found?
It is found in the Northern Hemisphere, particularly in Europe and North America
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: 35203368: Based on data supplied by Bryonames