Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
trichocoleoides
ID:
1525810

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Herzog) E.D. Cooper

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 97(2): 61. 2013

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011300



Common Names

  • Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides
  • Trichocoleoides Tricholepidozia
  • Trichocoleoides Tricholepidozia Moss


Searching for Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides (also called Zoopsidella grahamii, 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 two parts. It is found in humid, shady forests and on moist rocks and soil.

Uses & Benefits

Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in a sheltered, shady position. It is best grown in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist.

Where to Find Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides

Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides?

Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides

What is the family of Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides?

Lophocoleaceae

What is the habitat of Tricholepidozia trichocoleoides?

Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas

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: 100388348: Based on data supplied by Bryonames