Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
mayebarae
ID:
1524436

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S. Hatt.) L. Söderstr. & Váňa

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 65: 54. 2012

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010168



Common Names

  • Mesoptychia mayebarae
  • Mayebarae Liverwort
  • Mayebarae Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Mesoptychia mayebarae (also called Mayebara's 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 Japan and China. It grows on moist, shaded rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Mesoptychia mayebarae 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 mayebarae 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesoptychia mayebarae can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix. The seeds should be lightly covered and kept moist until germination. Division is best done in the spring or fall, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until they have established.

Where to Find Mesoptychia mayebarae

Mesoptychia mayebarae can be found in Japan.

Mesoptychia mayebarae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesoptychia mayebarae?

Mesoptychia mayebarae

What is the family of Mesoptychia mayebarae?

Lamiaceae

What is the habitat of Mesoptychia mayebarae?

Dry, rocky slopes and cliffs

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: 100383540: Based on data supplied by Bryonames