Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
ophiria
ID:
1525703

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gottsche ex Steph.) E.D. Cooper

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 97(2): 56. 2013

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011221



Common Names

  • Neolepidozia ophiria
  • Ophiria fern
  • Ophiria's fern


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Description

Neolepidozia ophiria (also called Neolepidozia paludicola, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort native to South America. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus that is divided into ten parts. It is found in humid, shady forests and on moist rocks and soil.

Uses & Benefits

Neolepidozia ophiria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neolepidozia ophiria is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neolepidozia ophiria can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Neolepidozia ophiria

Neolepidozia ophiria is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America, Africa, and Asia.

Neolepidozia ophiria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neolepidozia ophiria?

Neolepidozia ophiria

What is the common name of Neolepidozia ophiria?

Neolepidozia ophiria

Where is Neolepidozia ophiria found?

Neolepidozia ophiria is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Neolepidozia 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,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100388304: Based on data supplied by Bryonames