Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
renifolia
ID:
1210526

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M. Schust.

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 39: 245 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209864

Common Names

  • Platycaulis renifolia
  • Renifolia Moss
  • Renifolia Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Platycaulis renifolia (also called Renifolia Platycaulis, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort that is found in temperate regions of the world. It has a thallus that is up to 5 cm long and is composed of a single row of cells. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, on rocks, and in mossy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Platycaulis renifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a food source for some species of fish and amphibians.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platycaulis renifolia is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platycaulis renifolia is a small, evergreen liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spore dispersal. Cultivation requires moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best propagated by division in early spring.

Where to Find Platycaulis renifolia

Platycaulis renifolia can be found in parts of Europe, North America, and Asia.

Platycaulis renifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platycaulis renifolia?

Platycaulis renifolia

What is the common name of Platycaulis renifolia?

Reniform Platycaulis

What is the habitat of Platycaulis renifolia?

It is found in moist, shady places in deciduous and coniferous forests

Species in the Platycaulis genus

Species in the Lophocoleaceae family

Chiloscyphus septatus, Chiloscyphus chinnarensis, Chiloscyphus pallescens, Chiloscyphus polyanthos, Chiloscyphus lepervanchei, Chiloscyphus kehdingianus, Chiloscyphus durus, Chiloscyphus hookeri, Chiloscyphus breviculus, Chiloscyphus rotundifolius, Chiloscyphus greenwelliae, Chiloscyphus kashyapii, Chiloscyphus subacuminatus, Chiloscyphus subsimilis, Chiloscyphus beesleyanus, Chiloscyphus kilauensis, Chiloscyphus koeppensis, Chiloscyphus bifidus, Chiloscyphus laceratus, Chiloscyphus lambertonii, Chiloscyphus latistipus, Chiloscyphus tridens, Chiloscyphus trigonifolius, Chiloscyphus brevistipulus, Chiloscyphus longifissus, Chiloscyphus confertifolius, Chiloscyphus cornutistipulus, Chiloscyphus parapilistipulus, Chiloscyphus ernstianus, Chiloscyphus etesseanus, Chiloscyphus francanus, Chiloscyphus propagulifer, Chiloscyphus quadricilius, Chiloscyphus graeffeanus, Chiloscyphus renauldii, Chiloscyphus scaberulus, Chiloscyphus acutus, Chiloscyphus similis, Chiloscyphus skottsbergianus, Clasmatocolea vermicularis, Clasmatocolea minutiretis, Clasmatocolea verrucosa, Clasmatocolea fulvella, Clasmatocolea rigens, Clasmatocolea trachypus, Clasmatocolea fasciculata, Clasmatocolea humilis, Clasmatocolea inflexispina, Clasmatocolea gayana, Clasmatocolea navistipula,

References

Rudolf Mathias Schuster (1921-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Schust.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35211545: Based on data supplied by Bryonames