Status:
valid
Authors:
(Colenso) Prosk.
Source:
tro
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 58: 199. 1955
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209998
Common Names
- Treubia lacunosa
- Treubia
- Lacunosa
Description
Treubia lacunosa (also called Lacunosa Treubia, among many other common names) is a small, cushion-forming liverwort with a yellowish-green color. It is native to Australia and New Zealand, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Treubia lacunosa is a species of moss native to Central America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive fronds and can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Treubia lacunosa is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped structure with a short style. The seed is a small, black, shiny, ovoid structure. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Treubia lacunosa can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but does not tolerate drought.
Where to Find Treubia lacunosa
Treubia lacunosa can be found in Japan.
Species in the Treubiaceae family