Kingdom:
Phylum:
Treubiidae
Order:
Treubiales
Genus:
Species:
tasmanica
ID:
1209844

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M. Schust. & G.A.M. Scott

Source:
tro

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Journal of the Hattori Botanical Laboratory. 32: 248. 1969

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209182



Common Names

  • Treubia tasmanica
  • Tasmanica Liverwort
  • Tasmanica Treubia
  • Tasmanica Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Treubia tasmanica (also called Treubia, among many other common names) is a small, yellow-green liverwort with a thallus that is usually divided into two rows of lobes. It is native to Australia and New Zealand, and is typically found in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Treubia tasmanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Treubia tasmanica has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals that are usually arranged in a star-like shape. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Treubia tasmanica is a small, evergreen, perennial plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Treubia tasmanica

Treubia tasmanica is found in Tasmania.

Treubia tasmanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Treubia tasmanica?

Treubia tasmanica

What is the common name of Treubia tasmanica?

Tasmanica

What is the habitat of Treubia tasmanica?

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

References

Rudolf Mathias Schuster (1921-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Schust.' in the authors string.
George Anderson Macdonald Scott (1933-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.M.Scott' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35210506: Based on data supplied by Bryonames