Temnoma setigerum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
setigerum
ID:
1209200
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindenb.) R.M. Schust.
Source:
tro
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia 5: 35 1963
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208538
Common Names
- Cheilolejeunea mimosa
- Lejeunea comitans
- Cheilolejeunea comitans
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Temnoma setigerum (also called 'Setigerum', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Metzgeriaceae. It is a small, dark green plant with a thalloid body and a creeping, branching habit. It is native to the tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Temnoma setigerum is used as a traditional medicine in China and Japan to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Temnoma setigerum var. hawaiicum InoueFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Temnoma setigerum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Temnoma setigerum is a small, evergreen shrub native to Taiwan. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Temnoma setigerum
Temnoma setigerum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Temnoma setigerum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Temnoma setigerum?
Temnoma setigerum
What is the common name of Temnoma setigerum?
Bristly liverwort
Where is Temnoma setigerum found?
Temnoma setigerum is found in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Species in the Temnoma 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.
Johann Bernhard Wilhelm Lindenberg (1781-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindenb.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35209561: Based on data supplied by Bryonames