Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
setschwanica
ID:
1210529

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) T. Cao & W.H. Wang

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bryophyt. Sin. 6: 152 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001209867

Common Names

  • Lescuraea setschwanica
  • Setschwanica Moss
  • Setschwanica Leafy Liverwort

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Description

Lescuraea setschwanica (also called Setschwanica Lescuraea, 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

Lescuraea setschwanica 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

Lescuraea setschwanica has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and yellowish-green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lescuraea setschwanica 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 Lescuraea setschwanica

Lescuraea setschwanica can be found in parts of Europe, North America, and Asia.

Lescuraea setschwanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lescuraea setschwanica?

Lescuraea setschwanica

What is the common name of Lescuraea setschwanica?

Setschwanica Lescuraea

What is the habitat of Lescuraea setschwanica?

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

Species in the Pseudoleskeaceae family

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Tong Cao (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Cao' in the authors string.
Wen-he Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Wang' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35211548: Based on data supplied by Bryonames