Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
tophacea
ID:
1208253

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spruce) Spruce

Source:
tro

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist., ser. 2 3: 501 1850

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001207591





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Description

Southbya tophacea (also called the tophaceous southbya, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a thalloid habit and is typically found in damp, shady places, such as moist woodlands and shaded rocks. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Southbya tophacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Southbya tophacea is a small, yellow-green, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Southbya tophacea is a small, perennial liverwort that is native to Europe and North America. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady areas with acidic soil and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C. It is best grown in a terrarium or in a moist, shady area in the garden.

Where to Find Southbya tophacea

Southbya tophacea is native to the temperate and boreal regions of Europe, including Poland, Germany, and the Czech Republic.

References

Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35208467: Based on data supplied by Bryonames