Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
paucidens
ID:
1205172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steph.

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bih. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. Handl. 26(3) 17: 29 1901

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204510

Common Names

  • Balantiopsis paucidens
  • Scarce Balantiopsis
  • Scarce Balantiopsis Moss

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Description

Balantiopsis paucidens (also called Few-toothed Balantiopsis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort native to South America. It is a small, yellow-green liverwort with a thin thallus and few teeth. It grows in humid, shady habitats, such as in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Balantiopsis paucidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Balantiopsis paucidens has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together. Its seeds are small and black and have a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf with a rounded tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Balantiopsis paucidens can be propagated by division of the plant. The plant can be cultivated in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. It is best to keep the soil slightly moist and to avoid over-watering.

Where to Find Balantiopsis paucidens

Balantiopsis paucidens can be found in the Northern Hemisphere, mainly in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Balantiopsis paucidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Balantiopsis paucidens?

Balantiopsis paucidens

What type of plant is Balantiopsis paucidens?

A liverwort

What is the habitat of Balantiopsis paucidens?

It is found in humid and shady forests

Species in the Balantiopsidaceae family

Acroscyphella iwatsukii, Acroscyphella phoenicorhiza, Acroscyphella tjiwideiensis, Balantiopsis bisbifida, Balantiopsis montana, Balantiopsis splendens, Balantiopsis verrucosa, Balantiopsis tumida, Balantiopsis purpurata, Balantiopsis cancellata, Balantiopsis rosea, Balantiopsis paucidens, Balantiopsis neocaledonica, Balantiopsis diplophylla, Balantiopsis lingulata, Balantiopsis asymmetrica, Balantiopsis brasiliensis, Balantiopsis erinacea, Balantiopsis crocea, Balantiopsis convexiuscula, Balantiopsis ciliaris, Eoisotachis stephanii, Eoisotachis nigella, Isotachis multiceps, Isotachis serrulata, Isotachis olivacea, Isotachis plicata, Isotachis intortifolia, Isotachis lopezii, Isotachis humectata, Isotachis grossidens, Isotachis japonica, Isotachis armata, Isotachis aubertii, Isotachis inflata, Isotachis erythrorhiza, Isotachis spegazziniana, Isotachis sprucei, Isotachis vexans, Isotachis westlandica, Isotachis boliviensis, Isotachis chinensis, Isotachis fragilis, Isotachis grandis, Isotachis hastatistipula, Isotachis hians, Isotachis indica, Isotachis lyallii, Isotachis minima, Isotachis montana,