Common Liverwort (Marchantia Polymorpha) is a perennial moss in the Marchantiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Marchantia polymorpha is a thalloid liverwort forming flat, branching mats on soil surfaces, recognized as a primitive moss-like plant.

Common Liverwort

Common Liverwort

Marchantia Polymorpha

Marchantia polymorpha is a thalloid liverwort forming flat, branching mats on soil surfaces, recognized as a primitive moss-like plant.

Quick Facts

Type
moss
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, soil stabilization, microhabitat provision

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Common Liverwort

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Marchantiaceae
Genus:Marchantia