Riella echinata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
echinata
ID:
1533233
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Müll. Frib.) Segarra, Puche & Sabovlj.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 159(3): 165. 2014
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017433
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Riella echinata (also called Spiny Riella, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Sphagnaceae family. It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia, and grows in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Riella echinata is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Riella echinata has small, white, star-shaped flowers with 5 petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. Its seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Riella echinata is a species of moss that is found in moist, shady areas. It is a low-growing plant with small, bright green leaves. It is propagated by division of the plant or by spore germination. Cultivation is best done in a moist, shady area with good drainage. The plant prefers acidic soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division of the plant or by spore germination.
Where to Find Riella echinata
Riella echinata can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Riella echinata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Riella echinata?
Riella echinata
What is the common name of Riella echinata?
Spiny Riella
What type of habitat does Riella echinata prefer?
Riella echinata prefers shallow, nutrient-rich water bodies such as ponds and lakes.
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100398027: Based on data supplied by Bryonames