Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
inversa
ID:
1209214

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sande Lac.) Schiffn.

Source:
tro

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Ann. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg, Suppl. 2: 45

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001208552

Common Names

  • Wettsteinia inversa
  • Inversed Wettsteinia
  • Inversa Wettsteinia

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Description

Wettsteinia inversa (also called Inverted Wettsteinia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky and grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Wettsteinia inversa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wettsteinia inversa has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wettsteinia inversa is a small, epiphytic liverwort that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plant can also be propagated by dividing the thalli (leaf-like structures) into small pieces and planting them in a moist, sterile medium. Both methods require a warm, humid environment and plenty of light.

Where to Find Wettsteinia inversa

Wettsteinia inversa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and scrublands.

Wettsteinia inversa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wettsteinia inversa?

Wettsteinia inversa

What is the common name of Wettsteinia inversa?

Inverse liverwort

Where is Wettsteinia inversa found?

Wettsteinia inversa is found in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

Species in the Adelanthaceae family

Cuspidatula flaccida, Cuspidatula kirkii, Cuspidatula contracta, Cuspidatula monodon, Cuspidatula flexicaulis, Cuspidatula orbicularis, Cuspidatula robusta, Denotarisia linguifolia, Nothostrepta bifida, Nothostrepta longissima, Pisanoa chilensis, Protosyzygiella pseudoconnexa, Pseudomarsupidium decipiens, Pseudomarsupidium aureocinctum, Pseudomarsupidium borneense, Pseudomarsupidium piliferum, Syzygiella acinacifolia, Syzygiella nigrescens, Syzygiella paludosa, Syzygiella pseudocclusa, Syzygiella sonderi, Syzygiella spegazziniana, Syzygiella tasmanica, Syzygiella jacquinotii, Syzygiella autumnalis, Syzygiella colorata, Syzygiella elongella, Syzygiella nipponica, Syzygiella oenops, Syzygiella purpurascens, Syzygiella undata, Syzygiella anomala, Syzygiella manca, Syzygiella pectiniformis, Syzygiella perfoliata, Syzygiella setulosa, Syzygiella macrocalyx, Syzygiella campanulata, Syzygiella bilobata, Syzygiella concreta, Syzygiella securifolia, Syzygiella rubricaulis, Syzygiella subintegerrima, Syzygiella uleana, Syzygiella tonduzana, Syzygiella ovalifolia, Syzygiella eatonii, Syzygiella trigonifolia, Syzygiella burghardtii, Syzygiella ciliata,

References

Cornelius Marinus van der Sande Lacoste (1815-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sande Lac.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35209577: Based on data supplied by Bryonames