Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Species:
donnellii
ID:
1197450

Status:
valid

Authors:
Austin

Source:
tro

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 6: 157 1877

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196788



Common Names

  • Donnell's Sphaerocarpos
  • Forked Radula
  • Cushion Moss


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Description

Sphaerocarpos donnellii (also called Donnell's sphaerocarpos, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Sphaerocarpaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus that is divided into two layers. It is native to North America and is found in damp, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaerocarpos donnellii is used as a soil conditioner and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaerocarpos donnellii has small, yellowish-green flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Where to Find Sphaerocarpos donnellii

Sphaerocarpos donnellii can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

References

Coe Finch Austin (1831-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Austin' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186005: Based on data supplied by Bryonames