Frullania rappii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Porellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rappii
ID:
1528430
Status:
valid
Authors:
A. Evans
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
The Bryologist. 15(2): 22. 1912
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000013428
Common Names
- Frullania rappii
- Rapp's Frullania
- Rappii Frullania
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Frullania rappii (also called Rapp's Frullania, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Frullaniaceae. It is an erect, thallose liverwort with a single layer of cells, and its thallus is usually less than 1 cm wide. It is native to China, and it is found in moist, shaded habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Frullania rappii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It has a low-growing habit and attractive foliage, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Frullania rappii is small and inconspicuous, with a pale yellowish-green color. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Frullania rappii can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist. It can tolerate some sun, but not direct sunlight. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Frullania rappii
Frullania rappii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Frullania rappii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Frullania rappii?
Frullania rappii
What is the family of Frullania rappii?
Frullaniaceae
What is the habitat of Frullania rappii?
It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as on rocks, trees, and soil
Species in the Frullania genus
Frullania hodgsoniae, Frullania colliculosa, Frullania clandestina, Frullania truncatistyla, Frullania parhamii, Frullania knightbridgei, Frullania bolanderi, Frullania brittoniae, Frullania californica, Frullania catalinae, Frullania chilcootiensis, Frullania cobrensis, Frullania donnellii, Frullania eboracensis, Frullania franciscana, Frullania inflata, Frullania jackii, Frullania kunzei, Frullania oakesiana, Frullania obcordata, Frullania plana, Frullania riparia, Frullania selwyniana, Frullania tamarisci, Frullania asagrayana, Frullania atrata, Frullania beyrichiana, Frullania brasiliensis, Frullania breuteliana, Frullania convoluta, Frullania crispiloba, Frullania cuencensis, Frullania ericoides, Frullania gibbosa, Frullania chodatii, Frullania mexicana, Frullania intumescens, Frullania lindenbergii, Frullania microcephala, Frullania moritziana, Frullania pluricarinata, Frullania riojaneirensis, Frullania semivillosa, Frullania triquetra, Frullania winteri, Frullania apiculata, Frullania deppii, Frullania miradorensis, Frullania turfosa, Frullania hamiflora,
Species in the Frullaniaceae family
Frullania hodgsoniae, Frullania colliculosa, Frullania clandestina, Frullania truncatistyla, Frullania parhamii, Frullania knightbridgei, Frullania bolanderi, Frullania brittoniae, Frullania californica, Frullania catalinae, Frullania chilcootiensis, Frullania cobrensis, Frullania donnellii, Frullania eboracensis, Frullania franciscana, Frullania inflata, Frullania jackii, Frullania kunzei, Frullania oakesiana, Frullania obcordata, Frullania plana, Frullania riparia, Frullania selwyniana, Frullania tamarisci, Frullania asagrayana, Frullania atrata, Frullania beyrichiana, Frullania brasiliensis, Frullania breuteliana, Frullania convoluta, Frullania crispiloba, Frullania cuencensis, Frullania ericoides, Frullania gibbosa, Frullania chodatii, Frullania mexicana, Frullania intumescens, Frullania lindenbergii, Frullania microcephala, Frullania moritziana, Frullania pluricarinata, Frullania riojaneirensis, Frullania semivillosa, Frullania triquetra, Frullania winteri, Frullania apiculata, Frullania deppii, Frullania miradorensis, Frullania turfosa, Frullania hamiflora,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100445810: Based on data supplied by Bryonames