Kingdom:
Phylum:
Treubiidae
Order:
Treubiales
Genus:
Species:
lacunosoides
ID:
1210661

Status:
valid

Authors:
T. Pfeiff., W. Frey & M. Stech

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia. 75: 249. 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209999



Common Names

  • Treubia lacunosoides
  • Treubia
  • Lacunosoides


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Description

Treubia lacunosoides (also called Lacunosoides 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 lacunosoides 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

Treubia lacunosoides has small yellow flowers with 3-4 petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Treubia lacunosoides 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 lacunosoides

Treubia lacunosoides can be found in Japan.

References

Wolfgang Frey (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Frey' in the authors string.
Michael Stech: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Stech' in the authors string.
Tanja Pfeiffer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Pfeiff.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35211781: Based on data supplied by Bryonames