Conostomum pentastichum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bartramiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentastichum
ID:
1181580
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brid.) Lindb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Öfvers. Förh. Kongl. Svenska Vetensk.-Akad. 20: 392 1863
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001180918
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Conostomum pentastichum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Conostomum pentastichum has small, white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Conostomum pentastichum is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some shade. It prefers partial shade to full sun and should be kept moist but not wet. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.
Where to Find Conostomum pentastichum
Conostomum pentastichum can be found in wet meadows, bogs, and wet woods in the Northern Hemisphere.
Conostomum pentastichum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Conostomum pentastichum?
Conostomum pentastichum
What type of plant is Conostomum pentastichum?
A moss
Where is Conostomum pentastichum found?
It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Conostomum genus
Species in the Bartramiaceae family
Anacolia menziesii, Anacolia scioana, Anacolia webbii, Anacolia breutelii, Bartramia alaris, Bartramia angustifolia, Bartramia angustissima, Bartramia aprica, Bartramia aristaria, Bartramia aurescens, Bartramia brachypus, Bartramia brevifolia, Bartramia breviseta, Bartramia capensis, Bartramia compacta, Bartramia conica, Bartramia costa-ricensis, Bartramia crassinervia, Bartramia deciduaefolia, Bartramia delagoae, Bartramia didymocarpa, Bartramia gigantea, Bartramia halleriana, Bartramia hampeana, Bartramia humilis, Bartramia inconspicua, Bartramia ithyphylla, Bartramia ithyphylloides, Bartramia laevisphaera, Bartramia longifolia, Bartramia macounii, Bartramia maderensis, Bartramia madurensis, Bartramia marionensis, Bartramia mathewsii, Bartramia microstoma, Bartramia mossmaniana, Bartramia nanosubulata, Bartramia papulans, Bartramia penicillatula, Bartramia perpumila, Bartramia pilicuspis, Bartramia polytrichoides, Bartramia pomiformis, Bartramia potosica, Bartramia pseudocryptopodium, Bartramia rietmanniana, Bartramia robusta, Bartramia stricta, Bartramia strictifolia,
References
Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.
Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35158150: Based on data supplied by Bryonames