Ribbonwort
NameRibbonwort
Species NamePellia epiphylla
Common NameRibbonwort
Bonsai Styleforest
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typeunknown
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Foliage TypeThalloid
Height (cm)2
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityabsent
Notable FeaturesDistinctive thalloid structure with visible gemmae cups for asexual propagation, characteristic of liverworts.
Description
This specimen displays a dense, vibrant green mat of thalloid liverworts, commonly known as Ribbonwort. Numerous small, star-shaped gemmae cups are visible across the surface, indicating active asexual reproduction. The thalli show some brownish edges, suggesting natural growth in a moist environment.
