Phymatocerotaceae

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Phymatocerotaceae

Description Phymatocerotaceae is a family of aquatic liverworts that belong to the Marchantiales order. It is a small family that consists of only two genera, namely Phymatoceros and Riccardia. These plants are found in freshwater habitats like streams, ponds, and wetlands. They are characterized by their flattened, ribbon-like thalli that are anchored to the substrate by rhizoids. Taxonomic Information Domain…