Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Species Hepaticarum. 3: 41. 1906
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010342
Common Names
- Gongylanthus dusenii
- Gongylanthus dusenia
- Gongylanthus dusenia var. dusenia
Description
Gongylanthus dusenii (also called 'Dusenii's liverwort' and 'Dusenii's moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss that is found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It has a yellow-green color and is usually found in moist, shady areas. It is most commonly found in forests, grasslands, and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Gongylanthus dusenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and cough.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gongylanthus dusenii has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gongylanthus dusenii is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in a moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but may require more frequent watering in this situation. The plant can be propagated from seed, but it is slow-growing and may take several years to reach maturity.
Where to Find Gongylanthus dusenii
Gongylanthus dusenii can be found in the temperate regions of Europe.
Gongylanthus dusenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gongylanthus dusenii?
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What is the common name of Gongylanthus dusenii?
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What is the family of Gongylanthus dusenii?
Asteraceae
Species in the Gongylanthus genus
Gongylanthus liebmannianus,
Gongylanthus ericetorum,
Gongylanthus oniscoides,
Gongylanthus himalayensis,
Gongylanthus muelleri,
Gongylanthus granatensis,
Gongylanthus limbatus,
Gongylanthus renifolius,
Gongylanthus dusenii,
Gongylanthus javanicus,
Gongylanthus richardsii,
Species in the Southbyaceae family
Gongylanthus liebmannianus,
Gongylanthus ericetorum,
Gongylanthus oniscoides,
Gongylanthus himalayensis,
Gongylanthus muelleri,
Gongylanthus granatensis,
Gongylanthus limbatus,
Gongylanthus renifolius,
Gongylanthus dusenii,
Gongylanthus javanicus,
Gongylanthus richardsii,
Southbya tophacea,
Southbya nigrella,
Southbya organensis,
Southbya gollanii,