Status:
valid
Authors:
Bakalin & Fedosov
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Plant Systematics and Evolution. 307(62): 10. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000009120
Common Names
- Beautiful Konstantinovia
- Beautiful Fork-moss
- Beautiful Fork-moss
Description
Konstantinovia pulchra (also called 'Beautiful Liverwort', among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort species with a delicate, feathery appearance. It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia, in moist, shady places such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Konstantinovia pulchra is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Konstantinovia pulchra has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Konstantinovia pulchra can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.
Where to Find Konstantinovia pulchra
Konstantinovia pulchra can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Konstantinovia pulchra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Konstantinovia pulchra?
Konstantinovia pulchra
What are the common names of Konstantinovia pulchra?
Beautiful Konstantinovia
Where is Konstantinovia pulchra found?
The species is found in the southern United States, Mexico, and Central America
Species in the Konstantinovia genus
Species in the Obtusifoliaceae family