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Fossombronia cristula

Fossombronia cristula is a species of liverwort belonging to the family Fossombroniaceae. It was discovered and named by Austin in 1868.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Fossombronia cristula Austin
• Family: Fossombroniaceae
• Synonyms:
  • Fossombronia foveolata var. cristula (Austin) R. M. Schust.

Distribution and Habitat

• Fossombronia cristula has a widespread distribution, with records from the United States, Ohio (USA), and India (Nilgiri Hills).
• Its origin is currently unknown/undetermined.

Morphological Characteristics

• The plant is greenish, prostrate, and typically 6-10 mm long.
• It exhibits dichotomous branching, with branches measuring 2-4 mm in length.
• The tips of the branches may ascend toward the apex.
• The plant is dorsally flattened.

Genetic Information

• Genetic sequences are available, including a chloroplast rps4 gene complete cds and rps4-trnS intergenic spacer.

Ecological Role

• It is considered a regularly occurring species.

Quirky Facts

• The initial discovery and naming of Fossombronia cristula by Austin was in 1868.
• Isolectotype and Isotype specimens with barcode-00285890 exist.

Further Information

• Search for more information on Fossombronia cristula at:
  • The Plant List
  • NYBG Virtual Herbarium
  • Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle
  • Discover Life
  • Flickr
• Additional resources include articles from Botanical Gazette and publications from the Hull botanical laboratory.
• Database publication is available from Drone-Application-Server database.