Riella gallica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gallica
ID:
1533234
Status:
valid
Authors:
Balansa ex Trab.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revue Générale de Botanique. 3: 450. 1891
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017434
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Riella gallica (also called French 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 gallica 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 gallica has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Riella gallica can be propagated by division or by seed. The best time to divide the plant is in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a moist, well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds will germinate in 4-6 weeks. The plants can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefer moist, acidic soils.
Where to Find Riella gallica
Riella gallica can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Riella gallica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Riella gallica?
Riella gallica
What is the common name of Riella gallica?
French Riella
What type of habitat does Riella gallica prefer?
Riella gallica 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: 100400118: Based on data supplied by Bryonames