Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Species:
raetzelii
ID:
1526622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Frank Müll.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa. 521(4): 238. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011972

Common Names

  • Chiastocaulon raetzelii
  • Raetzel's Chiastocaulon
  • Raetzel's Moss

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Description

Chiastocaulon raetzelii (also called 'Raetzel's Chiastocaulon', among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Pelliaceae. It is a small, yellow-green plant with a thin, ovate-lanceolate leaf shape. It is native to Europe, and grows in moist, shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Chiastocaulon raetzelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chiastocaulon raetzelii has yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chiastocaulon raetzelii 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 raetzelii

Chiastocaulon raetzelii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Chiastocaulon raetzelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chiastocaulon raetzelii?

Chiastocaulon raetzelii

What type of plant is Chiastocaulon raetzelii?

A liverwort

Where does Chiastocaulon raetzelii grow?

In moist, shady areas

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: 100520394: Based on data supplied by Bryonames