Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
ochroleuca
ID:
1198508

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) Spruce

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 15: 345 1885

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001197846



Common Names

  • Lepicolea ochroleuca
  • Ochroleucous Lepicolea
  • Ochroleucous Liverwort


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Description

Lepicolea ochroleuca (also called Ochroleucous Lepicolea, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort that is native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, and is characterized by its thin, green, and glossy leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lepicolea ochroleuca is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage, and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepicolea ochroleuca has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepicolea ochroleuca is a small, evergreen moss native to North America and Europe. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. It is propagated by division of the clumps or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, shady location and can be grown in a container or in the garden.

Where to Find Lepicolea ochroleuca

Lepicolea ochroleuca can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil and Peru.

Lepicolea ochroleuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepicolea ochroleuca?

Lepicolea ochroleuca

What is the common name of Lepicolea ochroleuca?

Ochroleuca

What is the family of Lepicolea ochroleuca?

Lepicoleaceae

References

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35187479: Based on data supplied by Bryonames