Description
Metzgeria inflata (also called Metzgeria leptoclados, among many other common names) is a small, moss-like liverwort with a flattened stem and a single row of leaves. It is native to Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and stream banks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Metzgeria inflata has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seed is a small, black nut with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Metzgeria inflata is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort. It is found in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by spores or by division of the thallus. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division of the thallus can be done by carefully separating the lobes and replanting them in moist soil.
Where to Find Metzgeria inflata
Metzgeria inflata is native to North America, where it grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.