Frullania obscura - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obscura
ID:
1210893
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sw.) Nees ex Mont.
Source:
tro
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Jungerm. 13 1835
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001210231
Common Names
- Frullania obscura
- Obscure Frullania
- Obscure Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania obscura (also called Frullania obscura, among many other common names) is a small, liverwort species native to Europe and North America. It has a flat, leaf-like body that is green in color and grows up to 1 cm in length. It is found in damp, shady forests and is often found growing on rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania obscura has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Frullania obscura var. spiniloba (Steph.) Hentschel & von KonratFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania obscura has small, yellowish-green flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, erect stem and two opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Frullania obscura is a small, cushion-forming moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is relatively easy to cultivate and propagate. To cultivate, sow spores on moist, nutrient-rich soil in a shady area. To propagate, divide existing mats of moss or use stem cuttings. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.
Where to Find Frullania obscura
Frullania obscura can be found in Europe and North America.
Frullania obscura FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania obscura?
Frullania obscura
What type of plant is Frullania obscura?
A liverwort
What is the distribution of Frullania obscura?
It is found in 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
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' 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: 35212072: Based on data supplied by Bryonames