Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Sphaerocarpales
Species:
michelii
ID:
1197453

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bellardi

Source:
tro

Year:
1792

Citation Micro:
App. Fl. Pedem. 52 1792

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196791



Common Names

  • Michel's Sphaerocarpos
  • Forked Radula
  • Cushion Moss


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Description

Sphaerocarpos michelii (also called Michel'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 michelii is used as a soil conditioner and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaerocarpos michelii has small white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Where to Find Sphaerocarpos michelii

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

References

Carlo Antonio Lodovico Bellardi (1741-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bellardi' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186008: Based on data supplied by Bryonames