Frullania squarrosula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squarrosula
ID:
1528506
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. f. & Taylor) Gottsche, Lindenb. & Nees
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Synopsis Hepaticarum. (fasc. 3): 412. 1845
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013476
Common Names
- Frullania Squarrosula
- Squarrose Frullania
- Squarrose Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania squarrosula (also called Squarrose Frullania, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is an erect, thallose liverwort with a single layer of cells, and its thallus is usually less than 1 cm wide. It is native to China, and it is found in moist, shaded habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania squarrosula is used for ornamental and decorative purposes. It is also used in landscaping and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Frullania squarrosula is small and yellowish-green. The seed is a small, brown capsule containing a single seed. The seedlings are small and green.
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Frullania squarrosula can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It needs to be kept moist, but not wet, and should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. It can also be propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Frullania squarrosula
Frullania squarrosula can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Frullania squarrosula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania squarrosula?
Frullania squarrosula
What type of plant is Frullania squarrosula?
A liverwort
Where is Frullania squarrosula found?
In tropical and subtropical 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: 100462448: Based on data supplied by Bryonames