Pseudolepicolea grolleana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grolleana
ID:
1204060
Status:
valid
Authors:
(R.M. Schust.) Grolle
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 21: 30 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203398
Common Names
- Pseudolepicolea grolleana
- Grolle's Pseudolepicolea
- Grolle's Pseudolepicolea Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pseudolepicolea grolleana (also called Pseudolepicolea grolleana, among many other common names) is a small liverwort species found in tropical Africa. It has a thalloid growth form and is typically found growing on rocks, soil and tree trunks. It is native to Cameroon and other parts of tropical Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Pseudolepicolea grolleana is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin conditions. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pseudolepicolea grolleana has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. The seeds are round and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pseudolepicolea grolleana is a small, cushion-forming liverwort that grows in moist, shady places. It is propagated by spore sowing and division. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a cool, shady location. Division of the plant is possible, but it is a slow process and should be done carefully to avoid damaging the delicate plant.
Where to Find Pseudolepicolea grolleana
Pseudolepicolea grolleana can be found in the British Isles, Scandinavia, and the Alps.
Pseudolepicolea grolleana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pseudolepicolea grolleana?
Pseudolepicolea grolleana
What is the common name of Pseudolepicolea grolleana?
Grolleana Pseudolepicolea
What is the habitat of Pseudolepicolea grolleana?
It is found in humid, shady forests in tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Pseudolepicolea genus
Species in the Pseudolepicoleaceae family
Archeophylla schusteri, Archeophylla paradoxa, Archeophylla pungens, Castanoclobos julaceus, Chaetocolea palmata, Herzogiaria teres, Isophyllaria attenuata, Isophyllaria fuegiana, Pseudolepicolea fryei, Pseudolepicolea quadrilaciniata, Pseudolepicolea grolleana, Pseudolepicolea kuehnemannii, Pseudolepicolea andoi, Pseudolepicolea trollii, Pseudolepicolea temnomoides, Temnoma pilosum, Temnoma quadripartitum, Temnoma setigerum, Temnoma chaetophylla, Temnoma pulchellum, Temnoma townrowiorum, Temnoma angustifolium, Temnoma palmatum, Temnoma patagonicum, Temnoma paucisetigerum, Temnoma quadrifidum,
References
Rudolf Mathias Schuster (1921-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Schust.' in the authors string.
Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35202858: Based on data supplied by Bryonames