Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce
Source:
tro
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Cephalozia 91 1882
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001201361
Common Names
- Mytilopsis albifrons
- Albifrons Mytilopsis
- Mytilopsis albifrons
Description
Mytilopsis albifrons (also called Albifrons Mytilopsis, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green, glossy liverwort. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Mytilopsis albifrons is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mytilopsis albifrons has small, white flowers with a single perianth lobe. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and heart-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mytilopsis albifrons can be propagated by division of the plant in spring or autumn. It prefers a moist, humus-rich, acidic soil in partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in a rock garden or woodland garden.
Where to Find Mytilopsis albifrons
Mytilopsis albifrons can be found in Europe, North America, and Asia.
Mytilopsis albifrons FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mytilopsis albifrons?
Mytilopsis albifrons
What is the common name of Mytilopsis albifrons?
White-fronted mussel
What is the habitat of Mytilopsis albifrons?
It is found in coastal waters, estuaries, and brackish waters
Species in the Mytilopsis 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,