Frullania magellanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magellanica
ID:
1208179
Status:
valid
Authors:
F. Weber & Nees
Source:
tro
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Syn. Hepat. 446 1845
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207517
Common Names
- Magellan Frullania
- Magellan Liverwort
- Magellan's Frullania
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania magellanica (also called Frullania magellanica, 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 magellanica is used as an ornamental plant in terrariums and aquariums.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Frullania magellanica sub. tristaniana (S.W. Arnell) Váňa & J.J. EngelFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania magellanica 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 magellanica 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 magellanica
Frullania magellanica can be found in moist areas of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Frullania magellanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania magellanica?
Frullania magellanica
What type of plant is Frullania magellanica?
A liverwort
Where does Frullania magellanica grow?
It is found in southern South 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
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Friedrich Weber (1781-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Weber' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208389: Based on data supplied by Bryonames