Mesoptychia chinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chinensis
ID:
1524423
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bakalin, Vilnet & Y.X. Xiong
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Journal of Bryology. 37(3): 196. 2015
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010160
Common Names
- Mesoptychia chinensis
- Chinensis Liverwort
- Chinensis Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mesoptychia chinensis (also called Chinese 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 China and Japan. It grows on moist, shaded rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Mesoptychia chinensis 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mesoptychia chinensis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mesoptychia chinensis 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 chinensis
Mesoptychia chinensis can be found in China.
Mesoptychia chinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mesoptychia chinensis?
Mesoptychia chinensis
What type of plant is Mesoptychia chinensis?
Mesoptychia chinensis is a species of liverwort.
Where is Mesoptychia chinensis found?
Mesoptychia chinensis is found in the tropical regions of 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: 100437076: Based on data supplied by Bryonames