Kingdom:
Phylum:
Marchantiidae
Order:
Marchantiales
Genus:
Species:
indica
ID:
1203757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Udar & A. Gupta

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Geophytology 13: 83. f. 1–69 1983

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001203095



Common Names

  • Indian Targionia
  • Targionia Moss
  • Targionia Indica


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Description

Targionia indica (also called Indian Targionia, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green, thallose liverwort. It is native to Japan, China, and the Himalayas, and is found in moist forests, on mossy rocks, and in wet soil.

Uses & Benefits

Targionia indica is a species of liverwort that is native to the Canary Islands and Madeira. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Targionia indica has small, yellow-green flowers and produces a single seed in a capsule. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Targionia indica is a tropical plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be kept moist but not wet, and fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the parent plant and rooting them in a moist medium.

Where to Find Targionia indica

Targionia indica can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Targionia indica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Targionia indica?

Targionia indica

What is the common name of Targionia indica?

Targionia Indica

What type of plant is Targionia indica?

A liverwort

References

Ram Udar (1926-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Udar' in the authors string.
Asha Gupta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gupta' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35202488: Based on data supplied by Bryonames