Status:
valid
Authors:
(Inoue & Steere) Schljakov
Source:
tro
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Novosti Syst. Niza. Rast. 19: 209 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203506
Common Names
- Herbertus Arcticus
- Arcticus Herbertus
- Arcticus Liverwort
Description
Herbertus arcticus (also called Herbertus arcticus, among many other common names) is a small liverwort species, typically growing up to 1 cm in height. It is native to Tanzania, and is found in humid forests and grasslands. It has a yellow-green color and a glossy surface.
Uses & Benefits
Herbertus arcticus is used as a soil conditioner and as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Herbertus arcticus has small yellow flowers with a single stamen. The seeds are small and black with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Herbertus arcticus is best done through division of the plant or by sowing spores. Division of the plant should be done in the spring or fall. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The spores will germinate in 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Herbertus arcticus
Herbertus arcticus can be found in the Arctic regions of North America.
Herbertus arcticus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Herbertus arcticus?
Herbertus arcticus
What is the common name of Herbertus arcticus?
Arctic Herbertus
Where is Herbertus arcticus found?
Herbertus arcticus is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East
Species in the Herbertus genus
Herbertus norenus,
Herbertus aduncus,
Herbertus hawaiiensis,
Herbertus stramineus,
Herbertus juniperoideus,
Herbertus runcinatus,
Herbertus bivittatus,
Herbertus dicranus,
Herbertus asparus,
Herbertus arcticus,
Herbertus azoricus,
Herbertus hutchinsiae,
Herbertus borealis,
Herbertus udarii,
Herbertus subrotundatus,
Herbertus longispinus,
Herbertus sendtneri,
Herbertus ceylanicus,
Herbertus longifissus,
Herbertus delavayi,
Herbertus kurzii,
Herbertus herpocladioides,
Herbertus helleri,
Herbertus ramosus,
Herbertus leratii,
Herbertus evittatus,
Herbertus streimannii,
Herbertus gaochienii,
Herbertus durandii,
Herbertus buchii,
Herbertus spicatus,
Herbertus mauritianus,
Herbertus pocsii,
Herbertus tenuis,
Herbertus guangdongii,
Herbertus oldfieldianus,
Herbertus pilifer,
Herbertus pumilus,
Herbertus gracilis,
Herbertus lochobasis,
Species in the Herbertaceae family
Herbertus norenus,
Herbertus aduncus,
Herbertus hawaiiensis,
Herbertus stramineus,
Herbertus juniperoideus,
Herbertus runcinatus,
Herbertus bivittatus,
Herbertus dicranus,
Herbertus asparus,
Herbertus arcticus,
Herbertus azoricus,
Herbertus hutchinsiae,
Herbertus borealis,
Herbertus udarii,
Herbertus subrotundatus,
Herbertus longispinus,
Herbertus sendtneri,
Herbertus ceylanicus,
Herbertus longifissus,
Herbertus delavayi,
Herbertus kurzii,
Herbertus herpocladioides,
Herbertus helleri,
Herbertus ramosus,
Herbertus leratii,
Herbertus evittatus,
Herbertus streimannii,
Herbertus gaochienii,
Herbertus durandii,
Herbertus buchii,
Herbertus spicatus,
Herbertus mauritianus,
Herbertus pocsii,
Herbertus tenuis,
Herbertus guangdongii,
Herbertus oldfieldianus,
Herbertus pilifer,
Herbertus pumilus,
Herbertus gracilis,
Herbertus lochobasis,
Schisma orizabense,
Schisma uleanum,
Triandrophyllum symmetricum,
Triandrophyllum eophyllum,
Triandrophyllum fernandeziense,
Triandrophyllum heterophyllum,
Triandrophyllum subtrifidum,