Frullania speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
1528500
Status:
valid
Authors:
Herzog
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Memoranda Societatis pro Fauna et Flora Fennica. 25: 59. 1950
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013471
Common Names
- Frullania Speciosa
- Showy Frullania
- Showy Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania speciosa (also called Showy liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with showy 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 speciosa is used for ornamental and decorative purposes. It is also used in landscaping and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Frullania speciosa has small, yellow-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, round and dark green.
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Frullania speciosa 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 speciosa
Frullania speciosa can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Frullania speciosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania speciosa?
Frullania speciosa
What type of plant is Frullania speciosa?
Frullania speciosa is a species of liverwort
Where is Frullania speciosa found?
Frullania speciosa 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: 100456556: Based on data supplied by Bryonames