Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
gollanii
ID:
1152894

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 8: 404 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001152232



Common Names

  • Pinnatella gollanii
  • Gollan's Pinnatella
  • Gollan's Moss


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Description

Pinnatella gollanii (also called the Gollanii Pinnatella, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Pinnatella genus. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus that is usually less than 1 cm in length. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pinnatella gollanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pinnatella gollanii has small, white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with long, thin stems and small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pinnatella gollanii is a small, evergreen, mat-forming fern that grows to a height of about 4 inches (10 cm). It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, sandy soils. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers a well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by spores. The plants can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pinnatella gollanii

Pinnatella gollanii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of East Asia.

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References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35109736: Based on data supplied by Bryonames