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Forked Veilwort

Metzgeria furcata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Marchantiophyta ›Class: Jungermanniopsida ›Order: Metzgeriales ›Family: Metzgeriaceae ›Genus: Metzgeria

About

Metzgeria furcata, the forked veilwort, is a frequent liverwort growing on the bark of a wide range of tree and shrub species and occasionally on rocks. It is a slim, translucent thallose liverwort forming yellow-green mats of branches about 1mm wide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Forked Veilwort?
The scientific name of Forked Veilwort is Metzgeria furcata.
What is the conservation status of Forked Veilwort?
The Forked Veilwort has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Forked Veilwort belong to?
Forked Veilwort belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Forked Veilwort belong to?
Forked Veilwort belongs to the phylum Marchantiophyta.
What class does Forked Veilwort belong to?
Forked Veilwort belongs to the class Jungermanniopsida.
What order does Forked Veilwort belong to?
Forked Veilwort belongs to the order Metzgeriales.
What family does Forked Veilwort belong to?
Forked Veilwort belongs to the family Metzgeriaceae.
What genus does Forked Veilwort belong to?
Forked Veilwort belongs to the genus Metzgeria.