Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
perplanicaulis
ID:
1209868

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) G. Kis

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Cryptog. Bryol. 23: 163 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209206



Common Names

  • Perplanicaulis Phyllodon
  • Perplanicaulis Fan Palm
  • Perplanicaulis Mountain Fan Palm


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Description

Phyllodon perplanicaulis (also called Phyllodon perplanicaulis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Phyllodontaceae. It is a small, yellowish-green plant with a thallus that is divided into two distinct parts. It is native to tropical regions of South America, and is found in moist habitats such as rainforests, swamps, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllodon perplanicaulis is used in landscaping and horticulture as a decorative plant. It can also be used to create a unique look in gardens and can be used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllodon perplanicaulis has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a head-like structure. The seeds are small and black with a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllodon perplanicaulis is a species of liverwort that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is found in moist habitats, such as in the crevices of rocks, on tree trunks, and in moist soil. It can be propagated by division of the thallus or by spore sowing. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.

Where to Find Phyllodon perplanicaulis

Phyllodon perplanicaulis is found in New Zealand.

Phyllodon perplanicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllodon perplanicaulis?

Phyllodon perplanicaulis

What is the common name of Phyllodon perplanicaulis?

Perplanicaulis

What is the habitat of Phyllodon perplanicaulis?

It is found in humid montane forests in Mexico and Central America

Species in the Symphyodontaceae family

Bryocrumia vivicolor, Bryocrumia malabarica, Bryocrumia torrentium, Phyllodon bilobatus, Phyllodon choiropyxis, Phyllodon glossoides, Phyllodon truncatulus, Phyllodon truncatus, Phyllodon lingulatus, Phyllodon scutellifolius, Phyllodon abruptus, Phyllodon perplanicaulis, Phyllodon subretusus, Phyllodon cocoensis, Phyllodon laevifolius, Phyllodon similans, Chaetomitriopsis glaucocarpa, Chaetomitrium spuriosubtile, Chaetomitrium sikkimense, Chaetomitrium acanthocarpum, Chaetomitrium aneitense, Chaetomitrium auriculatum, Chaetomitrium beccarii, Chaetomitrium borbonicum, Chaetomitrium borneense, Chaetomitrium brassii, Chaetomitrium callichrous, Chaetomitrium ciliatum, Chaetomitrium comorense, Chaetomitrium confertum, Chaetomitrium ctenidioides, Chaetomitrium densum, Chaetomitrium depressum, Chaetomitrium dusenii, Chaetomitrium elegans, Chaetomitrium elongatum, Chaetomitrium elmeri, Chaetomitrium entodontoides, Chaetomitrium fimbriatum, Chaetomitrium frondosum, Chaetomitrium horridulum, Chaetomitrium laevifolium, Chaetomitrium laevisetum, Chaetomitrium lanceolatum, Chaetomitrium lancifolium, Chaetomitrium lauterbachii, Chaetomitrium leptopoma, Chaetomitrium macrohystrix, Chaetomitrium nanohystrix, Chaetomitrium nervosum,

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35210533: Based on data supplied by Bryonames