Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J. Engel & R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 62: 11 1987
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001202454
Common Names
- Hygrolembidium triquetrum
- Triquetrum Liverwort
- Liverwort of the Rocks
Description
Hygrolembidium triquetrum (also called Triquetrous Hygrolembidium, among many other common names) is a small, thalloid liverwort. It is found in the Northern Hemisphere, in temperate regions of Europe, North America, and Asia. It grows on moist, shady rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Hygrolembidium triquetrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hygrolembidium triquetrum is a small, yellow-greenish, cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped spore. The seedlings are small, green, and heart-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hygrolembidium triquetrum is a small, perennial liverwort that is native to Africa. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands, and is often found growing on rocks and tree trunks. It can be propagated by spore or by division of the thallus. The thallus should be kept moist and in a shady location. It can be grown in a pot or in a terrarium.
Where to Find Hygrolembidium triquetrum
Hygrolembidium triquetrum is found in moist, shady habitats in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.
Hygrolembidium triquetrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hygrolembidium triquetrum?
Hygrolembidium triquetrum
What is the common name of Hygrolembidium triquetrum?
Three-Cornered Hygrolembidium
What type of plant is Hygrolembidium triquetrum?
A liverwort
Species in the Hygrolembidium genus
Species in the Lepidoziaceae family
Acromastigum anisostomum,
Acromastigum bancanum,
Acromastigum bifidum,
Acromastigum brotheri,
Acromastigum capillare,
Acromastigum colensoanum,
Acromastigum cunninghamii,
Acromastigum echinatiforme,
Acromastigum echinatum,
Acromastigum exiguum,
Acromastigum exile,
Acromastigum filum,
Acromastigum fimbriatum,
Acromastigum inaequilaterum,
Acromastigum integrifolium,
Acromastigum laetevirens,
Acromastigum linganum,
Acromastigum mooreanum,
Acromastigum obliquatum,
Acromastigum tenax,
Acromastigum verticale,
Acromastigum moratii,
Acromastigum pusillum,
Acromastigum stellare,
Acromastigum rigidum,
Acromastigum subechinatiforme,
Acromastigum adaptatum,
Acromastigum divaricatum,
Acromastigum longirete,
Acromastigum fumosum,
Acromastigum furcatifolium,
Acromastigum herzogii,
Acromastigum homodictyon,
Acromastigum implexum,
Acromastigum interstisiale,
Acromastigum laevigatum,
Acromastigum lamyi,
Acromastigum leptophyllum,
Acromastigum lobuliferum,
Acromastigum marginatum,
Acromastigum microstichum,
Acromastigum prismaticale,
Acromastigum stenophyllum,
Acromastigum aurescens,
Acromastigum caledonicum,
Acromastigum carcinum,
Acromastigum cavifolium,
Acromastigum curtilobum,
Amazoopsis diplopoda,
Amazoopsis gracilis,