Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pelliidae
Order:
Pallaviciniales
Species:
malaccense
ID:
1211370

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steph.) Campb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. U.S.A. 1: 36 1915

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001210708



Common Names

  • Podomitrium malaccense
  • Malaccense Podomitrium
  • Malaccense Moss


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Description

Podomitrium malaccense (also called Malacca Podomitrium, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Lejeuneaceae. It is found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Podomitrium malaccense is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, and cough. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Podomitrium malaccense has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Podomitrium malaccense is a small, evergreen liverwort species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or spore production. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but prefers cooler climates. It is also tolerant of drought and can survive in dry conditions. It prefers acidic soil and can tolerate a pH range of 4.5-6.5. It is generally pest and disease free.

Where to Find Podomitrium malaccense

Podomitrium malaccense is found in Malaysia and Indonesia.

Podomitrium malaccense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Podomitrium malaccense?

Podomitrium malaccense

What is the family of Podomitrium malaccense?

Podomitriaceae

What is the habitat of Podomitrium malaccense?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Pallaviciniaceae family

Greeneothallus gemmiparus, Jensenia spinosa, Jensenia florschuetzii, Jensenia difformis, Jensenia connivens, Jensenia decipiens, Jensenia wallisii, Jensenia crassifrons, Pallavicinia camisassai, Pallavicinia ambigua, Pallavicinia baldwinii, Pallavicinia bipinnata, Pallavicinia cylindrica, Pallavicinia himalayensis, Pallavicinia hypandra, Pallavicinia indica, Pallavicinia levieri, Pallavicinia lyellii, Pallavicinia pseudolyellii, Pallavicinia purpurea, Pallavicinia ridleyi, Pallavicinia rubristipa, Pallavicinia subciliata, Podomitrium phyllanthus, Podomitrium malaccense, Podomitrium marginatum, Seppeltia succuba, Symphyogyna aspera, Symphyogyna brasiliensis, Symphyogyna brongniartii, Symphyogyna podophylla, Symphyogyna sinuata, Symphyogyna hymenophyllum, Symphyogyna tenuinervis, Symphyogyna rectidens, Symphyogyna similis, Symphyogyna hochstetteri, Symphyogyna rhodina, Symphyogyna leptothelia, Symphyogyna apiculispina, Symphyogyna atronervia, Symphyogyna boliviensis, Symphyogyna caduciloba, Symphyogyna circinata, Symphyogyna digitisquama, Symphyogyna fuscovirens, Symphyogyna ignambiensis, Symphyogyna interrupta, Symphyogyna irregularis, Symphyogyna lacerosquama,

References

Douglas Houghton Campbell (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campb.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35212651: Based on data supplied by Bryonames