Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gottsche) Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 4: 19. 1909
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010444
Description
Schisma orizabense (also called Schisma, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort. It is a small, leafy plant with a thallose-leafy growth form. It is native to New Caledonia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests.
Uses & Benefits
Schisma orizabense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shade and privacy.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schisma orizabense has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schisma orizabense is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Mexico. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by division or by cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Schisma orizabense
Schisma orizabense is native to Mexico and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Schisma orizabense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schisma orizabense?
Schisma orizabense
Where is Schisma orizabense found?
Mexico
What type of environment does Schisma orizabense prefer?
Tropical dry forests
Species in the Schisma genus
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,