Status:
valid
Authors:
(Spruce) R.M. Schust.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Nova Hedwigia. 69: 523. 1999
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011199
Common Names
- Monodactylopsis monodactyla
- Monodactylopsis
- Finger fern
Description
Monodactylopsis monodactyla (also called 'Monodactylous Monodactylopsis', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort. It has a single, ovate-shaped leaf with a single vein running along the middle. It is native to the tropical regions of South America, and is usually found growing on moist, shady rocks and tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Monodactylopsis monodactyla is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monodactylopsis monodactyla has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round, and black. Its seedlings have small, ovate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monodactylopsis monodactyla can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Monodactylopsis monodactyla
Monodactylopsis monodactyla can be found in tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Monodactylopsis monodactyla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monodactylopsis monodactyla?
Monodactylopsis monodactyla
What is the common name of Monodactylopsis monodactyla?
One-fingered lepidozia
What is the distribution of Monodactylopsis monodactyla?
It is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Monodactylopsis genus
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,