Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
reimersianum
ID:
1205025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herzog

Source:
tro

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 81: 225 1943

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001204363

Common Names

  • Micropterygium Reimersianum
  • Reimers' Micropterygium
  • Reimers' Scale Liverwort

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Description

Micropterygium reimersianum (also called Reimers' micropterygium, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Micropterygiaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a single row of leaves. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in humid forests and on shady rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Micropterygium reimersianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is known to be an effective filter for water and can help to reduce the amount of nitrates and phosphates in the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Micropterygium reimersianum has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Micropterygium reimersianum is best done in moist, acidic soils, in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the plant or by spore germination.

Where to Find Micropterygium reimersianum

Micropterygium reimersianum can be found in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Micropterygium reimersianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micropterygium reimersianum?

Micropterygium reimersianum

What is the family of Micropterygium reimersianum?

Micropterygiaceae

What is the habitat of Micropterygium reimersianum?

Moist, shady places

Species in the Lepidoziaceae family

Acromastigum anisostomum, Acromastigum bancanum, Acromastigum bifidum, Acromastigum brotheri, Acromastigum capillare, Acromastigum colensoanum, Acromastigum cunninghamii, Acromastigum echinatiforme, Acromastigum echinatum, Acromastigum exiguum, Acromastigum exile, Acromastigum filum, Acromastigum fimbriatum, Acromastigum inaequilaterum, Acromastigum integrifolium, Acromastigum laetevirens, Acromastigum linganum, Acromastigum mooreanum, Acromastigum obliquatum, Acromastigum tenax, Acromastigum verticale, Acromastigum moratii, Acromastigum pusillum, Acromastigum stellare, Acromastigum rigidum, Acromastigum subechinatiforme, Acromastigum adaptatum, Acromastigum divaricatum, Acromastigum longirete, Acromastigum fumosum, Acromastigum furcatifolium, Acromastigum herzogii, Acromastigum homodictyon, Acromastigum implexum, Acromastigum interstisiale, Acromastigum laevigatum, Acromastigum lamyi, Acromastigum leptophyllum, Acromastigum lobuliferum, Acromastigum marginatum, Acromastigum microstichum, Acromastigum prismaticale, Acromastigum stenophyllum, Acromastigum aurescens, Acromastigum caledonicum, Acromastigum carcinum, Acromastigum cavifolium, Acromastigum curtilobum, Amazoopsis diplopoda, Amazoopsis gracilis,

References

Theodor Herzog (1880-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Herzog' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35204212: Based on data supplied by Bryonames