Status:
valid
Authors:
Schiffn.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1901
Citation Micro:
Denkschriften der Kaiserlichen Akademie der Wissenschaften, Wien. Mathematisch-naturwissenschaftliche Klasse. 70: 218. 1901
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009832
Common Names
- Jackiella Renifolia
- Renifolia Jackiella
- Jackiella Renifolium
Description
Jackiella renifolia (also called 'Kidney-leaved 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 renifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jackiella renifolia has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jackiella renifolia 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 renifolia
Jackiella renifolia is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Jackiella renifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jackiella renifolia?
Jackiella renifolia
What is the common name of Jackiella renifolia?
Kidney-leaf liverwort
What is the habitat of Jackiella renifolia?
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