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
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.
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 Balantiopsis genus
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,
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,