Mesoptychia bantriensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bantriensis
ID:
1524419
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) L. Söderstr. & Váňa
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 65: 52. 2012
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010158
Common Names
- Mesoptychia bantriensis
- Bantriensis Liverwort
- Bantriensis Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mesoptychia bantriensis (also called Bantrian liverwort, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant, with a thallus of up to 0.5 cm wide, and is native to Central and South America. It grows on moist, shaded rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Mesoptychia bantriensis is a species of liverwort that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used for erosion control and to purify water.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mesoptychia bantriensis sub. wallfischii (Ştefănuț) L. Söderstr. & VáňaFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mesoptychia bantriensis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and round, with a single, round leaf.
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Mesoptychia bantriensis can be propagated by division or seed. This plant is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. It prefers a slightly acidic soil.
Where to Find Mesoptychia bantriensis
Mesoptychia bantriensis can be found in Europe and North Africa.
Mesoptychia bantriensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mesoptychia bantriensis?
Mesoptychia bantriensis
What type of plant is Mesoptychia bantriensis?
Mesoptychia bantriensis is a species of liverwort.
Where is Mesoptychia bantriensis found?
Mesoptychia bantriensis is found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Species in the Mesoptychia genus
Mesoptychia sahlbergii, Mesoptychia badensis, Mesoptychia bantriensis, Mesoptychia chichibuensis, Mesoptychia chinensis, Mesoptychia collaris, Mesoptychia fitzgeraldiae, Mesoptychia gillmanii, Mesoptychia heterocolpos, Mesoptychia igiana, Mesoptychia mamatkulovii, Mesoptychia mayebarae, Mesoptychia morrisoncola, Mesoptychia polymorpha, Mesoptychia rutheana, Mesoptychia subcrispa, Mesoptychia turbinata, Mesoptychia ussuriensis,
Species in the Jungermanniaceae family
Delavayella serrata, Eremonotus myriocarpus, Jungermannia konstantinovae, Jungermannia atrovirens, Jungermannia exsertifolia, Jungermannia polaris, Jungermannia pumila, Jungermannia dubioides, Jungermannia eucordifolia, Jungermannia ovato-trigona, Jungermannia quadridigitata, Jungermannia borealis, Jungermannia hexagona, Jungermannia riparia, Jungermannia erectii, Jungermannia amakawana, Jungermannia mairangii, Jungermannia gollanii, Jungermannia afoninae, Jungermannia incerta, Jungermannia quadridentata, Jungermannia submersa, Jungermannia submersa, Jungermannia chinensis, Jungermannia sullivantiana, Jungermannia exigua, Jungermannia supina, Jungermannia oblongifolia, Jungermannia fernandeziana, Jungermannia amentacea, Jungermannia tenuis, Jungermannia lateriflora, Jungermannia lescuriana, Jungermannia sauteri, Jungermannia cordata, Jungermannia peltata, Jungermannia crenulata, Jungermannia schmideliana, Jungermannia creutzeri, Jungermannia uncifolia, Jungermannia longiretis, Jungermannia secunda, Jungermannia serpillifolia, Jungermannia vernicosa, Jungermannia viridis, Jungermannia mastigophora, Jungermannia sinuata, Jungermannia bipinnata, Jungermannia michelii, Jungermannia digitata,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100383529: Based on data supplied by Bryonames