Lepidolaena palpebrifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
palpebrifolia
ID:
1205725
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Dumort. ex Trevis.
Source:
tro
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Mem. Reale Ist. Lombardo Sci., Ser. 3, Cl. Sci. Mat. 4: 393 1877
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001205063
Common Names
- Lepidolaena palpebrifolia
- Eyelid-leaved Lepidolaena
- Eyelid-leaved Shieldmoss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Lepidolaena palpebrifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lepidolaena palpebrifolia has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and round with a black outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lepidolaena palpebrifolia is a species of liverwort that can be propagated by spores. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It is a slow-growing plant and requires regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Lepidolaena palpebrifolia
Lepidolaena palpebrifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Lepidolaena palpebrifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lepidolaena palpebrifolia?
Lepidolaena palpebrifolia
What type of plant is Lepidolaena palpebrifolia?
Leafy liverwort
Where is Lepidolaena palpebrifolia found?
It is found in tropical regions of the world.
Species in the Lepidolaena genus
Species in the Lepidolaenaceae family
Gackstroemia hariotiana, Gackstroemia magellanica, Gackstroemia patagonica, Gackstroemia alpina, Gackstroemia schwabei, Gackstroemia ljungneri, Gackstroemia weindorferi, Gackstroemia decipiens, Gackstroemia novaezelandiae, Lepidogyna menziesii, Lepidogyna hodgsoniae, Lepidolaena brachyclada, Lepidolaena clavigera, Lepidolaena palpebrifolia, Lepidolaena reticulata, Lepidolaena taylorii, Lepidolaena berggrenii, Lepidolaena novaezelandiae,
References
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
Vittore Benedetto Antonio Trevisan de Saint-Léon (1818-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trevis.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35205254: Based on data supplied by Bryonames