Description
Marchantia plicata (also called Plicate Marchantia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Marchantiaceae. It is a small, thin, yellowish-green plant that grows in tufts. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Marchantia plicata is a small, green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marchantia plicata is a small, evergreen, terrestrial liverwort. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the thallus. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile, peat-based compost. The thallus can be divided into small pieces and planted in a moist, sterile, peat-based compost.
Where to Find Marchantia plicata
Marchantia plicata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.