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
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.
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 Micropterygium genus
Micropterygium trachyphyllum,
Micropterygium leiophyllum,
Micropterygium lechleri,
Micropterygium angustistipulum,
Micropterygium parvistipulum,
Micropterygium reimersianum,
Micropterygium campanense,
Micropterygium pterygophyllum,
Micropterygium tenax,
Micropterygium bialatum,
Micropterygium bolivarense,
Micropterygium carinatum,
Micropterygium conchifolium,
Micropterygium duidae,
Micropterygium grandistipulum,
Micropterygium laeve,
Micropterygium longicellulatum,
Micropterygium steyermarkii,
Micropterygium tatei,
Micropterygium tumidulum,
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,