Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. f. & Taylor) E.D. Cooper
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 97(2): 57. 2013
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011235
Description
Neolepidozia tetrapila (also called Neolepidozia tetradactyla, 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 four parts. It is found in humid, shady forests and on moist rocks and soil.
Uses & Benefits
Neolepidozia tetrapila 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Neolepidozia tetrapila var. cancellata (Colenso) E.D. Cooper
Neolepidozia tetrapila var. roseana (Steph.) E.D. Cooper
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neolepidozia tetrapila has small yellowish-green flowers, with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neolepidozia tetrapila can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest and most reliable method of propagation. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks.
Where to Find Neolepidozia tetrapila
Neolepidozia tetrapila is found in tropical and subtropical forests in South America, Africa, and Asia.
Neolepidozia tetrapila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neolepidozia tetrapila?
Neolepidozia tetrapila
What is the common name of Neolepidozia tetrapila?
N/A
What is the habitat of Neolepidozia tetrapila?
It is found in wet and moist habitats, such as streams, ponds, and marshes.
Species in the Neolepidozia genus
Neolepidozia capilligera,
Neolepidozia aubertii,
Neolepidozia autoica,
Neolepidozia consobrina,
Neolepidozia cuneifolia,
Neolepidozia disparata,
Neolepidozia disticha,
Neolepidozia gibbsiana,
Neolepidozia heterotexta,
Neolepidozia hodgsoniae,
Neolepidozia longitudinalis,
Neolepidozia mamillosa,
Neolepidozia meridiana,
Neolepidozia oligophylla,
Neolepidozia ophiria,
Neolepidozia palmata,
Neolepidozia paludicola,
Neolepidozia papulosa,
Neolepidozia parvifolia,
Neolepidozia patentissima,
Neolepidozia pennata,
Neolepidozia planifolia,
Neolepidozia praenitens,
Neolepidozia quadristipula,
Neolepidozia rectangularis,
Neolepidozia seriatitexta,
Neolepidozia tetrapila,
Neolepidozia tridactylis,
Neolepidozia trifida,
Neolepidozia verruculosa,
Neolepidozia wallichiana,
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,