''Plagiochila deltoidea'' is a
species
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of
liverwort in the family
Plagiochilaceae. It was first described by Lindenb. It is found in
New Zealand
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and
Tasmania
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. It resides on wet ground. It can grow to lengths of up to 60 mm with 3 mm wide leaves.
References
Jungermanniales
Flora of the Antipodes Islands
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