Status:
valid
Authors:
Udar & Vir. Nath
Source:
tro
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Misc. Bryol. Lichenol. 8: 49. f. 1–2 1978
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209769
Common Names
- Jubula
- Jubula Hattorii
- Liverwort
Description
Jubula hattorii (also called Hattori's Jubula, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Jubulaceae. It is a small, yellow-green, thallose liverwort with a smooth, glossy surface. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe, North Africa, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Jubula hattorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Jubula hattorii var. muthukuzhiana A.E.D. Daniels & P. Daniel
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jubula hattorii is small, yellow-green and inconspicuous. The seed is a small, brown, three-lobed capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jubula hattorii is a small, terrestrial liverwort that is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a shade-loving plant and prefers moist, humus-rich soils. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants can also be propagated by cuttings.
Where to Find Jubula hattorii
Jubula hattorii can be found in Japan.
Species in the Jubulaceae family
References
V. Nath: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Nath' in the authors string.