Status:
valid
Authors:
Grolle & Gradst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
J. Hattori Bot. Lab. 64: 327. f. 1–3 1988
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001206183
Common Names
- Haesselia roraimensis
- Roraimensis Haesselia
- Haesselia Roraimensis
Description
Haesselia roraimensis (also called Haesselia roraimensis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the Haesseliaceae family. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thallus that grows up to 1 cm in length. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in humid, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Haesselia roraimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Haesselia roraimensis has small, yellow flowers with 6 petals. Its seeds are small, black, and round. Its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Haesselia roraimensis can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. The plant prefers moist, shady environments and does best in soil that is rich in organic matter. It is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Haesselia roraimensis
Haesselia roraimensis can be found in the tropical regions of South America and Central America.
Haesselia roraimensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Haesselia roraimensis?
Haesselia roraimensis
What type of plant is Haesselia roraimensis?
Leafy liverwort
Where is Haesselia roraimensis found?
South America
Species in the Haesselia genus
Species in the Cephaloziaceae family
Alobiella husnotii,
Alobiellopsis acroscyphus,
Alobiellopsis dominicensis,
Alobiellopsis parvifolius,
Alobiellopsis heteromorphus,
Alobiellopsis pillansii,
Cephalozia bicuspidata,
Cephalozia lacinulata,
Cephalozia macounii,
Cephalozia crossii,
Cephalozia hamatiloba,
Cephalozia ambigua,
Cephalozia darjeelingensis,
Cephalozia badia,
Cephalozia indica,
Cephalozia pandei,
Cephalozia kashyapii,
Cephalozia chilensis,
Cephalozia turgida,
Cephalozia austrigena,
Cephalozia schusteriana,
Cephalozia pachygyna,
Cephalozia mollusca,
Cephalozia neesiana,
Cephalozia nishimurae,
Cephalozia parvifolia,
Cephalozia physocaula,
Cephalozia acuminata,
Cephalozia acutiloba,
Cephalozia albula,
Cephalozia stolonacea,
Cephalozia tricuspidata,
Cephalozia trivialis,
Cephalozia tubulata,
Cephalozia veltenii,
Cephalozia conchata,
Cephalozia drucei,
Cephalozia fuegiensis,
Cephalozia kodaikanalensis,
Cephalozia lucens,
Cephalozia macgregorii,
Cephalozia maxima,
Fuscocephaloziopsis subintegra,
Fuscocephaloziopsis affinis,
Fuscocephaloziopsis africana,
Fuscocephaloziopsis albescens,
Fuscocephaloziopsis baldwinii,
Fuscocephaloziopsis catenulata,
Fuscocephaloziopsis connivens,
Fuscocephaloziopsis crassifolia,