Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
singularis
ID:
1202418

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jovet-Ast

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Cryptog. Bryol. Lichénol. 17: 127. photogr. 1–2. pl. 1–2 1996

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001201756



Common Names

  • Riccia singularis
  • Singular Riccia
  • Riccia Moss


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Description

Riccia singularis (also called Singularis Riccia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Ricciaceae family. It is a small, cushion-forming plant with a thallus up to 1 cm tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Riccia singularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Riccia singularis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a star-like pattern. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Riccia singularis is a small, terrestrial liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spore dispersal or by dividing the plant. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady environment with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

Where to Find Riccia singularis

Riccia singularis can be found in temperate regions of Europe, North America, and Asia.

Riccia singularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Riccia singularis?

Riccia singularis

What type of plant is Riccia singularis?

Liverwort

Where is Riccia singularis found?

Europe, North Africa, and Asia

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: 35200655: Based on data supplied by Bryonames