Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 6: 318. 1922
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009833
Common Names
- Jackiella Unica
- Unica Jackiella
- Jackiella Unicum
Description
Jackiella unica (also called 'Unique 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 unica 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 unica has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jackiella unica 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 unica
Jackiella unica is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Jackiella unica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jackiella unica?
Jackiella unica
What is the common name of Jackiella unica?
Unique liverwort
What is the habitat of Jackiella unica?
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