Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Genus:
Species:
setchellii
ID:
1528490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pearson

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
University of California Publications in Botany. 10: 326. 1923

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013464



Common Names

  • Frullania Setchellii
  • Setchell's Frullania
  • Setchell's Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Frullania setchellii (also called Setchell's liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with rounded leaves that grows in tufts. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady areas, such as in the crevices of rocks and tree bark.

Uses & Benefits

Frullania setchellii is used for ornamental and decorative purposes. It is also used in landscaping and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Frullania setchellii has small, yellow-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, round and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frullania setchellii is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort. It is easily propagated by division of the thalli or by spores. It prefers moist, shaded areas and can be grown in a pot or in the garden. It should be kept moist and not allowed to dry out. It can be propagated by spores, which should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Frullania setchellii

Frullania setchellii can be found in the western United States, from California to Washington.

Frullania setchellii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Frullania setchellii?

Frullania setchellii

What type of plant is Frullania setchellii?

Frullania setchellii is a species of liverwort

Where is Frullania setchellii found?

Frullania setchellii is found in the western United States

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: 100436840: Based on data supplied by Bryonames