Mesoptychia heterocolpos - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterocolpos
ID:
1524429
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thed. ex Hartm.) L. Söderstr. & Váňa
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 65: 53. 2012
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010164
Common Names
- Mesoptychia heterocolpos
- Heterocolpos Liverwort
- Heterocolpos Leafy Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mesoptychia heterocolpos (also called Heterocolpos 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 Europe and North America. It grows on moist, shaded rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Mesoptychia heterocolpos 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 heterocolpos var. arctica (S.W. Arnell) L. Söderstr. & VáňaMesoptychia heterocolpos var. harpanthoides (Bryhn & Kaal.) L. Söderstr. & Váňa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mesoptychia heterocolpos has a flower with yellow petals and a yellow center. Its seed is small and round. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Mesoptychia heterocolpos can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist, humus-rich soil and partial shade.
Where to Find Mesoptychia heterocolpos
Mesoptychia heterocolpos can be found in Europe and North Africa.
Mesoptychia heterocolpos FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mesoptychia heterocolpos?
Mesoptychia heterocolpos
What is the family of Mesoptychia heterocolpos?
Jungermanniaceae
Where is Mesoptychia heterocolpos found?
Northern Europe
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: 100383535: Based on data supplied by Bryonames