Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Pottiales
Species:
ovalifolium
ID:
1214535

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fife & P.J. Dalton

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 43: 877 2005

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213873

Common Names

  • Pleurophascum ovalifolium
  • Ovalifolium Pleurophascum Moss
  • Ovalifolium Pleurophascum Lichen

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Description

Pleurophascum ovalifolium (also called Oval-leaved Pleurophascum, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort with a thallose, lobed structure. It is native to North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurophascum ovalifolium is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and headache. It is also used as a food source and for making baskets and clothing.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurophascum ovalifolium has small, yellowish-green flowers with three sepals and three petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and yellowish-green.

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Where to Find Pleurophascum ovalifolium

Pleurophascum ovalifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Pleurophascum ovalifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurophascum ovalifolium?

Pleurophascum ovalifolium

What are the characteristics of Pleurophascum ovalifolium?

Pleurophascum ovalifolium is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is found in New Zealand.

Where can Pleurophascum ovalifolium be found?

Pleurophascum ovalifolium can be found in New Zealand.

References

Allan James Fife (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fife' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35216832: Based on data supplied by Bryonames