Riella numidica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
numidica
ID:
1533243
Status:
valid
Authors:
Trab.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Bulletin de la Société d'Histoire Naturelle de l'Afrique du Nord. 25(9): 391. 1935
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017441
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Riella numidica (also called Numidian 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 numidica 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 numidica 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 numidica 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 numidica
Riella numidica can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.
Riella numidica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Riella numidica?
Riella numidica
What is the common name of Riella numidica?
Numidian Riccia
What is the habitat of Riella numidica?
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: 100400126: Based on data supplied by Bryonames