Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triquetrus
ID:
1215155
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hedw.) Ochyra & Stebel
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Bryoph. Pol. Carpathians p. 306 2008
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001214493
Common Names
- Hylocomiadelphus Triquetrus
- Hylocomiadelphus Moss
- Hylocomiadelphus Lichen
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus (also called 'Triquetrous Hylocomiadelphus', among many other common names) is a liverwort species native to Madagascar. It is a small, tufted liverwort, with a rosette-like growth form. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single female and two male stamens. Its seeds are small, dark brown and globose. The seedlings are small and have a single, long-stalked leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division of the tufts or by spore sowing. It is best grown in moist, shady areas with plenty of organic matter in the soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown indoors or outdoors.
Where to Find Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus
Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus is found in Europe, specifically in Denmark, Germany, and Sweden.
Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus?
Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus
What is the common name of Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus?
Triquetrus Hylocomiadelphus
What is the habitat of Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus?
It is found in moist to wet habitats, such as in streams, lakes, and marshes
Species in the Hylocomiadelphus genus
Species in the Hylocomiaceae family
Hylocomiastrum himalayanum, Hylocomiastrum pyrenaicum, Hylocomiastrum umbratum, Hylocomium splendens, Leptohymenium brachystegium, Leptohymenium breutelii, Leptohymenium dentatum, Leptohymenium hokinense, Leptohymenium longisetaceum, Leptohymenium loriferum, Leptohymenium stramineum, Leptohymenium tenue, Leptohymenium sharpii, Loeskeobryum brevirostre, Loeskeobryum cavifolium, Macrothamnium javense, Macrothamnium macrocarpum, Macrothamnium leptohymenioides, Meteoriella soluta, Neodolichomitra yunnanensis, Orontobryum hookeri, Orontobryum darjeelingensis, Pleurozium schreberi, Pleurozium quitense, Puiggariopsis aurifolia, Rhytidiadelphus loreus, Rhytidiadelphus squarrosus, Rhytidiadelphus japonicus, Rhytidiadelphus subpinnatus, Rhytidiadelphus pacificus, Rhytidiopsis robusta, Leptocladiella delicatula, Leptocladiella flagellaris, Leptocladiella psilura, Hylocomiadelphus triquetrus,
References
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Ryszard Ochyra (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ochyra' in the authors string.
Adam Stebel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebel' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35217912: Based on data supplied by Bryonames