Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
helenae
ID:
1199093

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jovet-Ast

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 74: 96. pl. 2–3, 4: 7–8 1993

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198431



Common Names

  • Riccia helenae
  • Helenae Riccia
  • Helenae's Riccia


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Description

Riccia helenae (also called Riccia fluitans, among many other common names) is a small liverwort species that is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a cushion-forming species that grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Riccia helenae is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a food source for some species of fish and amphibians.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Riccia helenae has small, yellow-green flowers that are usually borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and yellow-green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Riccia helenae is a small, perennial, evergreen moss that is native to North America. It is usually found in moist, shady areas and prefers acidic soils. Propagation is done by division or by spore sowing. It can be grown in pots or in the garden in a moist, shady spot.

Where to Find Riccia helenae

Riccia helenae can be found in Japan.

Riccia helenae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Riccia helenae?

Riccia helenae

What type of plant is Riccia helenae?

A moss

Where is Riccia helenae found?

Riccia helenae is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Ricciaceae family

Riccia crystallina, Riccia albida, Riccia beyrichiana, Riccia bifurca, Riccia californica, Riccia campbelliana, Riccia canaliculata, Riccia cavernosa, Riccia curtisii, Riccia dictyospora, Riccia fluitans, Riccia frostii, Riccia glauca, Riccia hirta, Riccia macallisteri, Riccia membranacea, Riccia nigrella, Riccia ozarkiana, Riccia sorocarpa, Riccia tenella, Riccia trichocarpa, Riccia violacea, Riccia atlantica, Riccia atromarginata, Riccia breutelii, Riccia iodocheila, Riccia lamellosa, Riccia mauryana, Riccia wainionis, Riccia chiapasensis, Riccia hegewaldiana, Riccia geissleriana, Riccia helenae, Riccia vulcanicola, Riccia crassifrons, Riccia albolimbata, Riccia argenteolimbata, Riccia congoana, Riccia erubescens, Riccia esulcata, Riccia convexa, Riccia microciliata, Riccia okahandjana, Riccia saharensis, Riccia somaliensis, Riccia stricta, Riccia ciliata, Riccia warnstorfii, Riccia singularis, Riccia crozalsii,

References

Suzanne Jovet-Ast (1914-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jovet-Ast' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35188369: Based on data supplied by Bryonames