Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) S.D.F. Patzak, M.A.M. Renner, Schäf.-Verw. & Heinrichs
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Organisms, Diversity & Evolution. 16(3): 492. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000011974
Common Names
- Chiastocaulon theriotianum
- Theriot's Chiastocaulon
- Theriot's Moss
Description
Chiastocaulon theriotianum (also called 'Theriot'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 theriotianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Chiastocaulon theriotianum has yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Chiastocaulon theriotianum 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 theriotianum
Chiastocaulon theriotianum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Chiastocaulon theriotianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Chiastocaulon theriotianum?
Chiastocaulon theriotianum
What type of plant is Chiastocaulon theriotianum?
A liverwort
Where does Chiastocaulon theriotianum grow?
In moist, shady areas
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,