Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
koponenii
ID:
1207269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Váňa & Piippo

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 26: 284. f. 10: c–d, g, i–j 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206607



Common Names

  • Andrewsianthus koponenii
  • Koponen's Andrewsianthus
  • Koponen's Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Andrewsianthus koponenii (also called Koponen's Leafy Liverwort, among many other common names) is a small, leafy liverwort with a single, slender, branched stem. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere and is found in humid, shady habitats. It prefers habitats with plenty of moisture and is often found in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Andrewsianthus koponenii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Andrewsianthus koponenii has small yellowish-green flowers with a single perianth lobe. The seed is a small, yellowish-brown, globose capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Andrewsianthus koponenii is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil in the spring. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. It prefers full sun to partial shade.

Where to Find Andrewsianthus koponenii

Andrewsianthus koponenii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Andrewsianthus koponenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Andrewsianthus koponenii?

Andrewsianthus koponenii

What is the family of Andrewsianthus koponenii?

Lophocoleaceae

What is the distribution of Andrewsianthus koponenii?

South America

Species in the Lophoziaceae family

Andrewsianthus bilobus, Andrewsianthus zantenii, Andrewsianthus koponenii, Andrewsianthus cavifolius, Andrewsianthus aberrans, Andrewsianthus perigonialis, Andrewsianthus hodgsoniae, Andrewsianthus scabrellus, Andrewsianthus sphenoloboides, Andrewsianthus bidens, Andrewsianthus carinatus, Andrewsianthus chimbuensis, Andrewsianthus kinabaluensis, Andrewsianthus marionensis, Andrewsianthus mizutanii, Andrewsianthus papillosus, Andrewsianthus puniceus, Andrewsianthus recurvifolius, Andrewsianthus sundaicus, Gerhildiella rossneriana, Heterogemma laxa, Heterogemma capitata, Lophozia pacifica, Lophozia ascendens, Lophozia guttulata, Lophozia latifolia, Lophozia ventricosa, Lophozia silvicola, Lophozia wenzelii, Lophozia laxepinnata, Lophozia serpens, Lophozia subdichotoma, Lophozia tenuicula, Lophozia longiflora, Lophozia silvicoloides, Lophozia ciliata, Lophozia savicziae, Lophozia lacerata, Lophozia pallida, Lophozia schusterana, Lophozia lantratoviae, Lophozia austrosibirica, Lophozia murmanica, Lophozia koreana, Lophozia obscura, Lophozia parciformis, Lophozia svalbardensis, Lophozia udarii, Lophozia fuscovirens, Lophozia indica,

References

Sinikka Piippo (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piippo' in the authors string.
Jiří Váňa (1940-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Váňa' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35207258: Based on data supplied by Bryonames