Chiastocaulon geminifolium - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
geminifolium
ID:
1526614
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mitt.) M.A.M. Renner
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Australian Systematic Botany. 29(5): 382. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011964
Common Names
- Chiastocaulon geminifolium
- Twin-leaved Chiastocaulon
- Twin-leaved Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Chiastocaulon geminifolium (also called Twin-leaved Liverwort, among many other common names) is a small, green, thallose liverwort that grows in tufts or mats. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as wet rocks, tree bases, and soil.
Uses & Benefits
Chiastocaulon geminifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiastocaulon geminifolium has yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Chiastocaulon geminifolium is a small, perennial liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spore dispersal and can be cultivated in moist, shady areas with a soil pH of 5.0-6.5.
Where to Find Chiastocaulon geminifolium
Chiastocaulon geminifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Chiastocaulon geminifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiastocaulon geminifolium?
Chiastocaulon geminifolium
What is the common name of Chiastocaulon geminifolium?
Twin-leaved Chiastocaulon
Where is Chiastocaulon geminifolium found?
Chiastocaulon geminifolium is found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Chiastocaulon genus
Chiastocaulon dendroides, Chiastocaulon biserialis, Chiastocaulon braunianum, Chiastocaulon caledonicum, Chiastocaulon combinatum, Chiastocaulon conjugatum, Chiastocaulon fasciculatum, Chiastocaulon fimbriatum, Chiastocaulon flamabilis, Chiastocaulon geminifolium, Chiastocaulon giulianettii, Chiastocaulon herzogii, Chiastocaulon mayebarae, Chiastocaulon oppositum, Chiastocaulon pachycephalum, Chiastocaulon proliferum, Chiastocaulon raetzelii, Chiastocaulon takakii, Chiastocaulon theriotianum,
Species in the Plagiochilaceae family
Chiastocaulon dendroides, Chiastocaulon biserialis, Chiastocaulon braunianum, Chiastocaulon caledonicum, Chiastocaulon combinatum, Chiastocaulon conjugatum, Chiastocaulon fasciculatum, Chiastocaulon fimbriatum, Chiastocaulon flamabilis, Chiastocaulon geminifolium, Chiastocaulon giulianettii, Chiastocaulon herzogii, Chiastocaulon mayebarae, Chiastocaulon oppositum, Chiastocaulon pachycephalum, Chiastocaulon proliferum, Chiastocaulon raetzelii, Chiastocaulon takakii, Chiastocaulon theriotianum, Dinckleria fruticella, Dinckleria pleurata, Dinckleria singularis, Pedinophyllopsis abdita, Pedinophyllum interruptum, Pedinophyllum truncatum, Pedinophyllum monoicum, Pedinophyllum autoicum, Plagiochila nudifolia, Plagiochila asplenioides, Plagiochila appalachiana, Plagiochila arctica, Plagiochila aspleniformis, Plagiochila austinii, Plagiochila caduciloba, Plagiochila columbiana, Plagiochila floridana, Plagiochila invisa, Plagiochila miradorensis, Plagiochila porelloides, Plagiochila semidecurrens, Plagiochila sullivantii, Plagiochila undata, Plagiochila virginica, Plagiochila adianthoides, Plagiochila aerea, Plagiochila breuteliana, Plagiochila bicuspidata, Plagiochila cuneata, Plagiochila connata, Plagiochila cucullata,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100450522: Based on data supplied by Bryonames