Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
himalayensis
ID:
1202254

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grolle

Source:
tro

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Khumbu Himal 1(4): 285. f. 7 1966

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001201592



Common Names

  • Gongylanthus himalayensis
  • Himalayan Gongylanthus
  • Himalayan Leafy Liverwort


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Uses & Benefits

Gongylanthus himalayensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used in rock gardens and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gongylanthus himalayensis has small, yellowish-green flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gongylanthus himalayensis is a small, evergreen, perennial liverwort that grows in moist, shady, and sheltered habitats. It can be propagated by division of the thallus or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can also be propagated by spore sowing, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Gongylanthus himalayensis

Gongylanthus himalayensis can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, especially in Europe, Asia, and North America.

References

Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35200432: Based on data supplied by Bryonames