Riella alatospora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alatospora
ID:
1203899
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wigglesw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Linnaea
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203237
Common Names
- Riella alatospora
- Alatospora Riella
- Alatospora Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Riella alatospora (also called Winged Riella, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort species that grows in a rosette-like pattern. It is native to the Southern Hemisphere, and is found in temperate and tropical regions, typically in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Riella alatospora is used as a decorative plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used as a food source for aquatic animals such as fish and shrimp.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: small, yellowish-green, with 4 tepals. Seed: small, dark brown, with a smooth surface. Seedlings: small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Riella alatospora is a tropical species native to South America. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a terrarium or in an aquarium with a water level of at least 5 cm.
Where to Find Riella alatospora
Riella alatospora is native to the Mediterranean region.
Riella alatospora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Riella alatospora?
Riella alatospora
What is the family of Riella alatospora?
Riellaceae
Where is Riella alatospora found?
Australia
Species in the Riella genus
Riella affinis, Riella americana, Riella undulata, Riella choconensis, Riella helicophylla, Riella notarisii, Riella parisii, Riella cossoniana, Riella bialata, Riella cyrenaica, Riella sersuensis, Riella pampae, Riella alatospora, Riella battandieri, Riella capensis, Riella echinata, Riella echinospora, Riella gallica, Riella gamundiae, Riella halophila, Riella heliospora, Riella indica, Riella mediterranea, Riella numidica, Riella purpureospora, Riella reuteri, Riella spiculata, Riella trigonospora,
Species in the Riellaceae family
Riella affinis, Riella americana, Riella undulata, Riella choconensis, Riella helicophylla, Riella notarisii, Riella parisii, Riella cossoniana, Riella bialata, Riella cyrenaica, Riella sersuensis, Riella pampae, Riella alatospora, Riella battandieri, Riella capensis, Riella echinata, Riella echinospora, Riella gallica, Riella gamundiae, Riella halophila, Riella heliospora, Riella indica, Riella mediterranea, Riella numidica, Riella purpureospora, Riella reuteri, Riella spiculata, Riella trigonospora, Austroriella salta,
References
Grace Wigglesworth (1877-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wigglesw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35202671: Based on data supplied by Bryonames