Riella mediterranea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mediterranea
ID:
1533242
Status:
valid
Authors:
Segarra, Puche, Sabovlj., M. Infante & Heras
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 159(3): 170. 2014
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017440
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Riella mediterranea (also called Mediterranean 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 mediterranea 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 mediterranea has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Riella mediterranea 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 mediterranea
Riella mediterranea can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Riella mediterranea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Riella mediterranea?
Riella mediterranea
What is the common name of Riella mediterranea?
Mediterranean Riccia
What is the habitat of Riella mediterranea?
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: 100398028: Based on data supplied by Bryonames