Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
roraimensis
ID:
1206845

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

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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.

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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,

References

Stephan Robbert Gradstein (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gradst.' in the authors string.
Riclef Grolle (1934-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grolle' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35206668: Based on data supplied by Bryonames