Frullania tamarisci - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tamarisci
ID:
1196995
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Dumort.
Source:
tro
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Jungerm. 13 1835
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196333
Common Names
- Frullania tamarisci
- Tamarisk Frullania
- Tamarisks Leaf
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Frullania tamarisci (also called Tamarisk Frullania, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green moss with a papillose surface that is native to the Americas and Europe. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania tamarisci is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Frullania tamarisci for. minshanensis (S. Hatt.) S. Hatt.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Frullania tamarisci is a small, greenish-yellow, cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, large leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Frullania tamarisci is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. When propagating by seed, it is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and protected from direct sunlight. Once established, the plant requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.
Where to Find Frullania tamarisci
Frullania tamarisci is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Frullania tamarisci FAQ
What are the common names of Frullania tamarisci?
Common names of Frullania tamarisci include Tamarisk frullania and Tamarisk liverwort
What is the growth rate of Frullania tamarisci?
Frullania tamarisci has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What is the ideal temperature for Frullania tamarisci?
Frullania tamarisci prefers temperatures between 10-20°C.
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185132: Based on data supplied by Bryonames