Description
Schistochila subimmersa (also called Submerged Schistochila, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green, thallose liverwort. It is native to Japan, China, and the Himalayas, and is found in moist forests, on mossy rocks, and in wet soil.
Uses & Benefits
Schistochila subimmersa is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schistochila subimmersa has small, yellowish-green flowers with a single perianth. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schistochila subimmersa is a small, perennial, evergreen liverwort that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the thallus or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, humus-rich soils and partial shade.
Where to Find Schistochila subimmersa
Schistochila subimmersa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and Australia.