Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Species:
cornigera
ID:
1210791

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mitt.) Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 51: 62 1911

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001210129



Common Names

  • Goebeliella cornigera
  • Cornigera Goebeliella
  • Goebeliella Cornigera


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Description

Goebeliella cornigera (also called 'Horned Goebeliella', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort with a thallus that is usually 1-2 cm wide and up to 4 cm long. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Goebeliella cornigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Goebeliella cornigera has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Goebeliella cornigera is a small, perennial moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. When propagating by division, the moss should be divided into small clumps and then transplanted into the desired area. When propagating by spore sowing, the spores should be sown onto a moist, sterile substrate and kept in a humid environment until the moss begins to grow.

Where to Find Goebeliella cornigera

Goebeliella cornigera can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.

Goebeliella cornigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Goebeliella cornigera?

Goebeliella cornigera

What is the common name of Goebeliella cornigera?

Horned Goebeliella

What is the habitat of Goebeliella cornigera?

It is found in moist, shady habitats in temperate regions

Species in the Goebeliella genus

Species in the Goebeliellaceae family

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35211946: Based on data supplied by Bryonames