Kingdom:
Phylum:
Metzgeriidae
Order:
Pleuroziales
Genus:
Species:
curiosa
ID:
1199027

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.M. Thiers

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 96: 537. f. 54–66 1993

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198365

Common Names

  • Pleurozia curiosa
  • Curiosa Pleurozia
  • Curiosa Liverwort

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Description

Pleurozia curiosa (also called Curious Pleurozia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Pleuroziaceae. It is found in temperate regions of the world, typically in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests. It has a slender, upright thallus with a distinctively wrinkled surface.

Uses & Benefits

Pleurozia curiosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including digestive problems, fever, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pleurozia curiosa has small, yellow-green flowers with a single perianth lobe. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pleurozia curiosa is a small, terrestrial liverwort native to South America. It can be propagated by spores or by division. To cultivate Pleurozia curiosa, keep the soil moist and provide indirect sunlight. Fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Pleurozia curiosa

Pleurozia curiosa can be found in Europe, North America, and Asia.

Pleurozia curiosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleurozia curiosa?

Pleurozia curiosa

What type of plant is Pleurozia curiosa?

A liverwort

What is the growth habit of Pleurozia curiosa?

It is a small, tufted plant