Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
1202236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Crypt. As. 236 [Acta Soc. Sci. Fenn. 10:] 1872

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001201574



Common Names

  • Mylia verrucosa
  • Warty Mylia
  • Warty Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Mylia verrucosa (also called Warty-stemmed Mylia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome. It is native to China and grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and on mountain slopes. It has long, narrow leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mylia verrucosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mylia verrucosa sub. nuda (Inoue & B.Y. Yang) Potemkin & Kazan.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mylia verrucosa has small, yellow flowers and small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings are small and dark-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mylia verrucosa can be propagated by division of the clumps in spring or autumn. Cultivation is best in a moist, shady spot with a humus-rich soil.

Where to Find Mylia verrucosa

Mylia verrucosa can be found in moist, shady areas in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.

Mylia verrucosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mylia verrucosa?

Mylia verrucosa

What is the common name of Mylia verrucosa?

Warty Mylia

Where is Mylia verrucosa found?

Mylia verrucosa is found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey

References

Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35200409: Based on data supplied by Bryonames