Frullania plicata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plicata
ID:
1528406
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hentschel & von Konrat
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 220(2): 137. 2015
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013407
Common Names
- Frullania plicata
- Plicate Frullania
- Plicate Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania plicata (also called 'Pleated Liverwort', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is commonly found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania plicata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania plicata has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single pistil and three stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Frullania plicata can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation requirements include partial shade, moist soil, and a temperature range of 10-25°C (50-77°F). It is best to keep the soil slightly moist and avoid letting it dry out completely.
Where to Find Frullania plicata
Frullania plicata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Frullania plicata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania plicata?
Frullania plicata
What type of plant is Frullania plicata?
Frullania plicata is a species of liverwort
What is the natural habitat of Frullania plicata?
Frullania plicata is found in moist, shady habitats in temperate regions
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: 100436839: Based on data supplied by Bryonames