Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Species:
tenerum
ID:
1208981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griff.

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Bernice P. Bishop Mus. Bull. 1849

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208319



Common Names

  • Monosolenium tenerum
  • Monosolenium
  • Tender liverwort


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Description

Monosolenium tenerum (also called Soft monosolenium, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort with a flattened thallus. It is native to North America and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, streambanks, and wet rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Monosolenium tenerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monosolenium tenerum has small, yellow flowers with two anthers and two stigmas. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monosolenium tenerum is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that is native to China. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Monosolenium tenerum

Monosolenium tenerum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Asia.

Monosolenium tenerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monosolenium tenerum?

Monosolenium tenerum

What type of plant is Monosolenium tenerum?

A liverwort

Where is Monosolenium tenerum found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Monosolenium genus

Species in the Monosoleniaceae family

References

William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35209289: Based on data supplied by Bryonames