Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pelliidae
Order:
Pallaviciniales
Species:
flabellatum
ID:
1209853

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Labill.) Dumort.

Source:
tro

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Jungerm. 25 1835

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209191



Common Names

  • Hymenophyton flabellatum
  • Flabellatum Liverwort
  • Flabellatum Hymenophyton
  • Flabellatum Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Hymenophyton flabellatum (also called Hymenophyton flabellatum, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Hymenophytaceae. It is a small, yellowish-green plant with a thallus that is divided into two distinct parts. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist habitats such as rainforests, swamps, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyton flabellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover to control erosion and to reduce weed growth.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenophyton flabellatum has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals that are usually arranged in a star-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Where to Find Hymenophyton flabellatum

Hymenophyton flabellatum is found in New Zealand.

Hymenophyton flabellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyton flabellatum?

Hymenophyton flabellatum

What is the common name of Hymenophyton flabellatum?

Flabellatum

What is the habitat of Hymenophyton flabellatum?

It is found in humid montane forests in Mexico and Central America

References

Jacques Labillardière (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labill.' in the authors string.
Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35210515: Based on data supplied by Bryonames