Liverwort is a type of BRYOPHYTE, which is a group of non-vascular plants that includes mosses and hornworts. It is also known as HEPATIC, which is derived from the Greek word for liver, and it is sometimes referred to as Hepatica. Liverwort is a small, green plant that grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands and on rocks. It has a wide range of uses, including medicinal, culinary, and ornamental.