Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 36: 371 1972
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206065
Common Names
- Pseudocephalozia quadriloba
- Four-lobed Pseudocephalozia
- Pseudocephalozia Moss
Description
Pseudocephalozia quadriloba (also called Pseudocephalozia quadriloba, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Pseudocephaloziaceae. It is a small, thallose liverwort with a creeping, branching habit and a yellowish-green color. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudocephalozia quadriloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used as a food source for some species of butterflies and moths.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pseudocephalozia quadriloba is a small, yellowish-green, bisexual flower. The seeds are small, dark brown and globose. The seedlings are small, yellowish-green and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pseudocephalozia quadriloba can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 7.
Where to Find Pseudocephalozia quadriloba
Pseudocephalozia quadriloba can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.
Species in the Pseudocephalozia genus
Species in the Lepidoziaceae family
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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,