Marchantia - Marchantia (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Marchantia

Marchantia (Marchantia) thrive in most moist places from the arctic to the tropics. These liverworts are easily recognizable for their cup-like structures called gemma cups that they use for asexual reproduction. They can also reproduce sexually.

Scientific classification

Genus

Marchantia (Marchantia)

Complex thalloid liverworts

Phylum

Hepatics

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Evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Marchantia

Species

Common liverwort Marchantia emarginata Marchantia foliacea Bonfire Liverwort Marchantia macropora

Care Guide for Marchantia

Partial sun

Sunlight

Propagation: Propagation of marchantia mainly occurs via vegetative methods such as gemmae cups, fragmentation, or spores. It requires high humidity, warm temperatures (15-24°C), and shaded light. Use a sphagnum moss or peat-based substrate, ensuring care during handling. Spore germination can be slow and unpredictable.

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