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Plagiochila acanthophylla

Scientific Name: Plagiochila acanthophylla

Family: Plagiochilaceae

Category: Liverwort

Growth: Nonvascular

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Plagiochila acanthophylla

Plagiochila acanthophylla is a species of liverwort. The text refers to a variety of subspecies and variations.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Plagiochila acanthophylla Gott.
  • Family: Plagiochilaceae
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms and Subspecies:
    • Plagiochila acanthophylla subsp. ciliigera (R.M. Schust.) R.M. Schust.
    • Plagiochila acanthophylla var. japonica (Sande Lac.)
    • Plagiochila acanthophylla var. ciliigera (R. M. Schuster) H. Inoue
    • Plagiochila japonica subsp. ciliigera R.M. Schust. (Basionym for Plagiochila acanthophylla subsp. ciliigera)

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions its presence on Panay Island (Philippines) with specific locations like Capiz, Pilar, and Paniza.
  • It is described as widespread.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text indicates that this liverwort is a source of sesquiterpenoids and diterpenoids, which suggests interactions with other organisms at a chemical level.

Quirky Facts

  • Plagiochila acanthophylla subsp. japonica can produce bicyclohumulenone, a crystal with an aroma.

Resources and Further Information

  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS): Plagiochila acanthophylla Gott. (TSN 14596)
  • The Plant List
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Global Biodiversity Information Facility
  • ResearchGate
  • Discover Life