Frullania subtilissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subtilissima
ID:
1528528
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nees ex Mont.) Lindenb.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Synopsis Hepaticarum. (fasc. 3): 443. 1845
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013492
Common Names
- Frullania Subtilissima
- Very Subtle Frullania
- Very Subtle Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania subtilissima (also called Very Slender Leaf Liverwort, among many other common names) is a small, leafy, green liverwort. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and is found in damp, shady habitats such as woods, cliffs, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania subtilissima has been used as a food source by some indigenous peoples, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Frullania subtilissima 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 subtilissima 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 subtilissima
Frullania subtilissima can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Frullania subtilissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania subtilissima?
Frullania subtilissima
What is the family of Frullania subtilissima?
Frullaniaceae
Where is Frullania subtilissima found?
Tropical 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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100462519: Based on data supplied by Bryonames