Kingdom:
Phylum:
Treubiidae
Order:
Treubiales
Genus:
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
1201112

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M. Schust.

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Phytologia. 56: 460. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001200450



Common Names

  • Treubia Pygmaea
  • Pygmy Treubia
  • Pygmy Treubi


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Description

Treubia pygmaea (also called Treubia pygmaea, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Lejeuneaceae. It has a thalloid form, and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is native to the temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Treubia pygmaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Treubia pygmaea is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Treubia pygmaea can be propagated by spores or by division of the tufts. Cultivation of this species requires a moist, shady environment and a soil composed of peat and sand.

Where to Find Treubia pygmaea

Treubia pygmaea can be found in the mountains of New Zealand.

References

Rudolf Mathias Schuster (1921-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Schust.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35191262: Based on data supplied by Bryonames