Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
fernandeziense
ID:
1208033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.W. Arnell) Grolle ex Fulford & Hatcher

Source:
tro

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 351 1962

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207371



Common Names

  • Fernandez's Triandrophyllum
  • Triandrophyllum fernandeziense
  • Fernandeziense Triandrophyllum


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Description

Triandrophyllum fernandeziense (also called Fernandezian Triandrophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in New Zealand, Australia, and Tasmania. It is a small, bright green, tufted liverwort with a creeping stem. It is found in moist, shady, sheltered places such as rock crevices, tree bases, and on logs.

Uses & Benefits

Triandrophyllum fernandeziense is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums, and can also be used as a food source for certain species of fish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triandrophyllum fernandeziense is small and yellow, with a single petal. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Triandrophyllum fernandeziense is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Triandrophyllum fernandeziense

Triandrophyllum fernandeziense can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.

Triandrophyllum fernandeziense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triandrophyllum fernandeziense?

Triandrophyllum fernandeziense

What is the family of Triandrophyllum fernandeziense?

Triandrophyllaceae

What is the distribution of Triandrophyllum fernandeziense?

It is found in the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere

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,

References

Sigfrid Vilhelm Arnell (b.1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.W.Arnell' in the authors string.
Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
Margaret Hannah Fulford (1904-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fulford' in the authors string.
Raymond Edward Hatcher (1930-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatcher' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208239: Based on data supplied by Bryonames