Mastopoma pulchellum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchellum
ID:
1214574
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Herzog) H. Akiyama
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 100: 5 2006
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213912
Common Names
- Mastopoma pulchellum
- Pulchellum Mastopoma
- Pulchellum Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastopoma pulchellum (also called Pulchellum Mastopoma, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green, liverwort with two different types of leaves. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Mastopoma pulchellum is a species of liverwort that is used in horticulture as a ground cover. It is also used in bioremediation to help clean up contaminated soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mastopoma pulchellum has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastopoma pulchellum is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the plant or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in a shaded area and watered regularly.
Where to Find Mastopoma pulchellum
Mastopoma pulchellum can be found in the United States, in the state of California.
Mastopoma pulchellum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastopoma pulchellum?
Mastopoma pulchellum
What is the common name of Mastopoma pulchellum?
Pretty Mastopoma
What is the habitat of Mastopoma pulchellum?
Mastopoma pulchellum is found in moist, shady places in North America and Europe.
Species in the Mastopoma genus
Species in the Pylaisiadelphaceae family
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References
Theodor Herzog (1880-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herzog' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35216896: Based on data supplied by Bryonames