Status:
valid
Authors:
A. Evans
Source:
tro
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 21: 189. pl. 15: f. 1–10 1896
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196632
Common Names
- Plagiochila columbiana
- Columbiana Plagiochila
- Columbiana Liverwort
Description
Plagiochila columbiana (also called Columbia Shield-moss, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Plagiochilaceae family. It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiochila columbiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It can also be used to make herbal teas and as a natural dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plagiochila columbiana has small yellow-green flowers that are found in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Plagiochila columbiana is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort. It is found in moist, shady places, and prefers acidic soils. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile, mossy surface, and kept in a cool, shaded location.
Where to Find Plagiochila columbiana
Plagiochila columbiana is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, grasslands, and wetlands.
Plagiochila columbiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiochila columbiana?
Plagiochila columbiana
What is the common name of Plagiochila columbiana?
Columbiana liverwort
Where is Plagiochila columbiana found?
Plagiochila columbiana is found in the western United States and Canada.
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,