Jonesiobryum dumboi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dumboi
ID:
1214652
Status:
valid
Authors:
Eb. Fisch., Killmann & Sérus.
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 28: 177 2006
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213990
Common Names
- Jonesiobryum dumboi
- Dumboi Leafy Liverwort
- Dumboi Leaf-liverwort
- Dumboi Leaf Liverwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jonesiobryum dumboi (also called 'Dumbo's Jonesiobryum', among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green thallose liverwort that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Jonesiobryum dumboi is a moss species that is used in horticulture as a ground cover or as a decorative element in terrariums and aquariums. It is also used in the construction of green roofs and walls.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Jonesiobryum dumboi has small, greenish-white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two cotyledons that are oval-shaped.
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Jonesiobryum dumboi can be propagated by division of the plant in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, humus-rich soils in a partially shaded position and can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist.
Where to Find Jonesiobryum dumboi
Jonesiobryum dumboi is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, South America, and the Caribbean.
Jonesiobryum dumboi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jonesiobryum dumboi?
Jonesiobryum dumboi
What type of plant is Jonesiobryum dumboi?
Liverwort
Where is Jonesiobryum dumboi found?
North America, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Jonesiobryum genus
Species in the Rhachitheciaceae family
Hypnodontopsis mexicana, Hypnodontopsis apiculatus, Hypnodontopsis fossilis, Hypnodontopsis confertus, Hypnodontopsis spathulata, Hypnodontopsis pilifera, Hypnodontopsis casparyi, Hypnodontopsis lingulata, Jonesiobryum cerradense, Jonesiobryum sphaerocarpum, Jonesiobryum termitarum, Jonesiobryum dumboi, Rhachithecium nipponicum, Rhachithecium papillosum, Rhachithecium perpusillum, Rhachithecium welwitschii, Tisserantiella pulchella, Tisserantiella minutissima, Ulea palmicola, Ulea yesensis, Ulea paraguensis, Zanderia octoblepharis, Rhachitheciopsis tisserantii,
References
Eberhard Fischer (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eb.Fisch.' in the authors string.
Dorothee Killmann (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killmann' in the authors string.
Emmanuel Sérusiaux (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sérus.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35217003: Based on data supplied by Bryonames