Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
liukiuensis
ID:
1206338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Horik.

Source:
tro

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Sci. Hiroshima Univ., Ser. B, Div. 2, Bot. 1: 65. pl. 8: 7–14 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001205676



Common Names

  • Zoopsis liukiuensis
  • Liukiuensis Zoopsis
  • Liukiuensis Liverwort


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Description

Zoopsis liukiuensis (also called Liukiuensis-zoopsis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is found in Japan. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Zoopsis liukiuensis is used as a traditional medicine in Okinawa, Japan, and is also used in the production of cosmetics and food products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zoopsis liukiuensis has small flowers with four petals, each petal having a single anther. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zoopsis liukiuensis is a terrestrial liverwort that is found in moist, shady habitats. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the thallus. When propagating by spores, the spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a shady, humid environment. When propagating by division, the thallus should be divided into small pieces and planted in a moist, shady environment.

Where to Find Zoopsis liukiuensis

Zoopsis liukiuensis is native to the Ryukyu Islands in Japan.

Zoopsis liukiuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zoopsis liukiuensis?

Zoopsis liukiuensis

What type of plant is Zoopsis liukiuensis?

Bryophyte

Where is Zoopsis liukiuensis found?

Japan

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

Yoshiwo Horikawa (1902-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Horik.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206049: Based on data supplied by Bryonames