Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) S.D.F. Patzak, M.A.M. Renner & Heinrichs
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Organisms, Diversity & Evolution. 16(3): 492. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011975
Common Names
- Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa
- Rooted Cryptoplagiochila
- Rooted Moss
Description
Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa (also called 'Rooted Cryptoplagiochila', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Pelliaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thin, lanceolate leaf shape. It is native to Europe, and grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa has yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa is a small, perennial liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spore dispersal and can be cultivated in moist, shady areas with a soil pH of 5.0-6.5.
Where to Find Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa
Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa?
Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa
What type of plant is Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa?
A liverwort
Where does Cryptoplagiochila radiculosa grow?
In moist, shady areas
Species in the Cryptoplagiochila genus
Species in the Plagiochilaceae family
Chiastocaulon dendroides,
Chiastocaulon biserialis,
Chiastocaulon braunianum,
Chiastocaulon caledonicum,
Chiastocaulon combinatum,
Chiastocaulon conjugatum,
Chiastocaulon fasciculatum,
Chiastocaulon fimbriatum,
Chiastocaulon flamabilis,
Chiastocaulon geminifolium,
Chiastocaulon giulianettii,
Chiastocaulon herzogii,
Chiastocaulon mayebarae,
Chiastocaulon oppositum,
Chiastocaulon pachycephalum,
Chiastocaulon proliferum,
Chiastocaulon raetzelii,
Chiastocaulon takakii,
Chiastocaulon theriotianum,
Dinckleria fruticella,
Dinckleria pleurata,
Dinckleria singularis,
Pedinophyllopsis abdita,
Pedinophyllum interruptum,
Pedinophyllum truncatum,
Pedinophyllum monoicum,
Pedinophyllum autoicum,
Plagiochila nudifolia,
Plagiochila asplenioides,
Plagiochila appalachiana,
Plagiochila arctica,
Plagiochila aspleniformis,
Plagiochila austinii,
Plagiochila caduciloba,
Plagiochila columbiana,
Plagiochila floridana,
Plagiochila invisa,
Plagiochila miradorensis,
Plagiochila porelloides,
Plagiochila semidecurrens,
Plagiochila sullivantii,
Plagiochila undata,
Plagiochila virginica,
Plagiochila adianthoides,
Plagiochila aerea,
Plagiochila breuteliana,
Plagiochila bicuspidata,
Plagiochila cuneata,
Plagiochila connata,
Plagiochila cucullata,