Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
argentea
ID:
1207596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook. f. & Taylor) Gottsche, Lindenb. & Nees

Source:
tro

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Syn. Hepat. 473 1848

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206934



Common Names

  • Zoopsis argentea
  • Silver Zoopsis
  • Argentea Zoopsis


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Description

Zoopsis argentea (also called Zoopsis, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort species that is native to tropical regions of South America. It typically grows in humid, shady habitats, such as in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Zoopsis argentea is an ornamental plant that is often used in rock gardens and terrariums. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Zoopsis argentea var. flagelliformis (Colenso) R.M. Schust.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zoopsis argentea is a small, white, cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, small, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zoopsis argentea is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort that can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in a shady garden bed. When propagating by division, divide the plant into small pieces and replant in moist soil. When propagating by spore sowing, collect the spores and sow them on a moist, sterile medium. Keep the medium moist and in a shady area until the spores germinate and the new plants are established.

Where to Find Zoopsis argentea

Zoopsis argentea is found in moist, shady habitats in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Zoopsis argentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zoopsis argentea?

Zoopsis argentea

What is the common name of Zoopsis argentea?

Argentea Zoopsis

What is the growth habit of Zoopsis argentea?

It is a cushion-forming moss.

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

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Taylor (1775-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Taylor' in the authors string.
Johann Bernhard Wilhelm Lindenberg (1781-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindenb.' in the authors string.
Carl Moritz Gottsche (1808-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gottsche' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35207697: Based on data supplied by Bryonames