Riella indica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indica
ID:
1533240
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph. ex Kashyap
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Journal of the Bombay Natural History Society. 25: 279. 1917
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017438
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Riella indica (also called Indian 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 indica is a species of liverwort that is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and terrariums. It is also used to reduce nitrate levels in water and as a food source for fish and other aquatic animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Riella indica 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 indica 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 indica
Riella indica can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Riella indica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Riella indica?
Riella indica
What is the common name of Riella indica?
Indian Riccia
What is the habitat of Riella indica?
Wet meadows and bogs
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: 100400122: Based on data supplied by Bryonames