Status:
valid
Authors:
E.A. Hodgs. & Allison
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Transactions of the Royal Society of New Zealand. 85(4): 571. 1958
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009831
Common Names
- Jackiella Curvata
- Curvata Jackiella
- Jackiella Curvatum
Description
Jackiella curvata (also called 'Curved Thread-moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Aploziaceae. It is a small, green, tufted moss with a slender, thread-like stem. It is native to Europe and North America, and grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in woodlands and on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Jackiella curvata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a hedge or border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jackiella curvata has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jackiella curvata is a small, perennial liverwort native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia. It can be propagated by division of the thallus, or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions, and can be grown in a pot or in the ground.
Where to Find Jackiella curvata
Jackiella curvata is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Jackiella curvata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jackiella curvata?
Jackiella curvata
What is the common name of Jackiella curvata?
Curved liverwort
What is the habitat of Jackiella curvata?
It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as moist woods, on rocks, and on soil.
Species in the Jackiella genus
Species in the Jackiellaceae family