Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
trachyphyllum
ID:
1199266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reimers

Source:
tro

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 73: 186 1933

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198604



Common Names

  • Micropterygium trachyphyllum
  • Trachyphyllum Micropterygium
  • Trachyphyllum Moss


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Description

Micropterygium trachyphyllum (also called Micropterygium trachyphyllum, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Micropterygiaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus composed of a single layer of cells. It is native to the United States, Mexico, and Central America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Micropterygium trachyphyllum is used as a decorative plant in rock gardens and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Micropterygium trachyphyllum var. brasiliense Reimers
Micropterygium trachyphyllum var. cubense Reimers
Micropterygium trachyphyllum var. guadeloupense Reimers
Micropterygium trachyphyllum var. jamaicense Reimers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micropterygium trachyphyllum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, green plants with small, white flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micropterygium trachyphyllum can be propagated by spores, which are released from the sporophyte. The spores can be collected and sown on a suitable substrate, such as a peat-based compost. The spores should be kept moist and in a warm, shaded area until they germinate. Once the spores have germinated, they can be transplanted into individual pots and grown on in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept moist and in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Micropterygium trachyphyllum

Micropterygium trachyphyllum can be found in Europe and North America.

Micropterygium trachyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micropterygium trachyphyllum?

Micropterygium trachyphyllum

What is the common name of Micropterygium trachyphyllum?

Unknown

What is the habitat of Micropterygium trachyphyllum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,

References

Hermann Reimers (1893-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reimers' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35188557: Based on data supplied by Bryonames