Leptoscyphus amphibolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amphibolius
ID:
1198704
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nees) Grolle
Source:
tro
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Nova Acta Leop. 25: 54 1962
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198042
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptoscyphus amphibolius (also called Leptoscyphus amphibolius, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Leptoscyphaceae family. It is a small plant with a thalloid body and a single row of underleaves. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in wet habitats such as streams and wet rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Leptoscyphus amphibolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptoscyphus amphibolius flowers are small and yellowish-green, with a single male and female organ. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptoscyphus amphibolius is a small, evergreen fern that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires well-drained, acidic soil and regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Leptoscyphus amphibolius
Leptoscyphus amphibolius can be found in Central America, the Caribbean, and South America.
Leptoscyphus amphibolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptoscyphus amphibolius?
Leptoscyphus amphibolius
What type of plant is Leptoscyphus amphibolius?
Liverwort
Where is Leptoscyphus amphibolius found?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Leptoscyphus genus
Leptoscyphus lambinonii, Leptoscyphus gradsteinii, Leptoscyphus sotiauxii, Leptoscyphus beckettianus, Leptoscyphus cuneifolius, Leptoscyphus porphyrius, Leptoscyphus amphibolius, Leptoscyphus obcordatus, Leptoscyphus antarcticus, Leptoscyphus huonicus, Leptoscyphus spectabilis, Leptoscyphus diversifolius, Leptoscyphus expansus, Leptoscyphus cleefii, Leptoscyphus gibbosus, Leptoscyphus jackii, Leptoscyphus physocalyx, Leptoscyphus excipulatus, Leptoscyphus innovatus, Leptoscyphus subemarginatus, Leptoscyphus infuscatus, Leptoscyphus horizontalis, Leptoscyphus chilensis, Leptoscyphus aequatus, Leptoscyphus magellanicus, Leptoscyphus difficilis, Leptoscyphus hedbergii, Leptoscyphus hexagonus, Leptoscyphus huidobroanus, Leptoscyphus idiodontus, Leptoscyphus incisus, Leptoscyphus incomptus, Leptoscyphus intermedius, Leptoscyphus leoniae, Leptoscyphus microphyllidicus, Leptoscyphus nanophysanthodes, Leptoscyphus ovatus, Leptoscyphus physanthus, Leptoscyphus revolutus, Leptoscyphus trapezoides, Leptoscyphus australis, Leptoscyphus autoicus, Leptoscyphus compactus, Leptoscyphus heterophyllus,
Species in the Lophocoleaceae family
Chiloscyphus septatus, Chiloscyphus chinnarensis, Chiloscyphus pallescens, Chiloscyphus polyanthos, Chiloscyphus lepervanchei, Chiloscyphus kehdingianus, Chiloscyphus durus, Chiloscyphus hookeri, Chiloscyphus breviculus, Chiloscyphus rotundifolius, Chiloscyphus greenwelliae, Chiloscyphus kashyapii, Chiloscyphus subacuminatus, Chiloscyphus subsimilis, Chiloscyphus beesleyanus, Chiloscyphus kilauensis, Chiloscyphus koeppensis, Chiloscyphus bifidus, Chiloscyphus laceratus, Chiloscyphus lambertonii, Chiloscyphus latistipus, Chiloscyphus tridens, Chiloscyphus trigonifolius, Chiloscyphus brevistipulus, Chiloscyphus longifissus, Chiloscyphus confertifolius, Chiloscyphus cornutistipulus, Chiloscyphus parapilistipulus, Chiloscyphus ernstianus, Chiloscyphus etesseanus, Chiloscyphus francanus, Chiloscyphus propagulifer, Chiloscyphus quadricilius, Chiloscyphus graeffeanus, Chiloscyphus renauldii, Chiloscyphus scaberulus, Chiloscyphus acutus, Chiloscyphus similis, Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus, Clasmatocolea vermicularis, Clasmatocolea minutiretis, Clasmatocolea verrucosa, Clasmatocolea fulvella, Clasmatocolea rigens, Clasmatocolea trachypus, Clasmatocolea fasciculata, Clasmatocolea humilis, Clasmatocolea inflexispina, Clasmatocolea gayana, Clasmatocolea navistipula,
References
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35187733: Based on data supplied by Bryonames