Geothallus tuberosus Plant Care
Geothallus tuberosus Campb.
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Geothallus is a monotypic genus of liverwort in the family Sphaerocarpaceae. Its sole species, Geothallus tuberosus, is a critically endangered species endemic to California in the United States.
Low to medium light
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How do you care for Geothallus tuberosus?
Geothallus tuberosus grows best in low to medium light.
Where Is the Geothallus tuberosus Native To?
What Is the Geothallus tuberosus?
Geothallus tuberosus (Geothallus tuberosus) belongs to the Sphaerocarpaceae family within the Geothallus genus. Geothallus tuberosus is native to California in the United States.
Geothallus tuberosus displays a low mat-forming growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Geothallus tuberosus produces non-flowering.
What Light Does the Geothallus tuberosus Need?
Geothallus tuberosus thrives in low to medium light. Avoid placing Geothallus tuberosus in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Low to medium light
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Geothallus tuberosus?
Moist, well-draining soil with high organic matter content. Good drainage is essential for Geothallus tuberosus to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Geothallus tuberosus?
Does not require repotting. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Geothallus tuberosus?
Geothallus tuberosus can be propagated through spores.
Is the Geothallus tuberosus Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Geothallus tuberosus, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Geothallus tuberosus?
Geothallus tuberosus is susceptible to not commonly affected by pests. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
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Geothallus tuberosus is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Geothallus genus — compare its care with other Geothallus species on PlantoScan.
Geothallus is part of the Sphaerocarpaceae plant family — browse all Sphaerocarpaceae genera and species.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Geothallus tuberosus Campb., family Sphaerocarpaceae (first published in Bot. Gaz. 21: 13 1896) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Geothallus tuberosus, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
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