Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
asplenioides
ID:
1197062

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Dumort.

Source:
tro

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Jungerm. 14 1835

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196400



Common Names

  • Plagiochila asplenioides
  • Asplenium Plagiochila
  • Asplenium Liverwort


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Description

Plagiochila asplenioides (also called Common Shield-moss, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort. It is a small, green, leafy plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiochila asplenioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It has a low-growing habit and can be used to create a carpet of foliage. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Plagiochila asplenioides var. lobata (Kaal.) Jørg.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiochila asplenioides has small, yellow-green flowers with 6 petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and yellow-green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiochila asplenioides can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can also be grown in a terrarium or in a humid greenhouse.

Where to Find Plagiochila asplenioides

Plagiochila asplenioides can be found in the northern hemisphere, particularly in Europe and North America.

Plagiochila asplenioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiochila asplenioides?

Plagiochila asplenioides

What is the common name of Plagiochila asplenioides?

Spleenwort Plagiochila

What is the habitat of Plagiochila asplenioides?

It is found in moist habitats, including wet rocks, wet soil, and mossy logs.

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,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Barthélémy Du Mortier (1797-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dumort.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35185323: Based on data supplied by Bryonames