Status:
valid
Authors:
Orgaz
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Journal of Bryology. 38(1): 65. 2016
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019448
Common Names
- Brachythecium complexum
- Complex Brachythecium Moss
- Complex Feather Moss
Uses & Benefits
Brachythecium complexum is used as a soil stabilizer in areas with high erosion, and can also be used as a decorative plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachythecium complexum has small yellow-green flowers, with a single seed in each capsule and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachythecium complexum is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Brachythecium complexum
Brachythecium complexum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Morocco.
Brachythecium complexum FAQ
What is the common name of Brachythecium complexum?
Complex Brachythecium
What type of habitat does Brachythecium complexum prefer?
It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.
What is the geographic range of Brachythecium complexum?
It is found in North America, particularly in the eastern United States and Canada.
Species in the Brachythecium genus
Brachythecium tortipilum,
Brachythecium dahuricum,
Brachythecium irinae,
Brachythecium jacuticum,
Brachythecium chakratense,
Brachythecium garhwalense,
Brachythecium acuminatum,
Brachythecium afroglareosum,
Brachythecium albicans,
Brachythecium asperrimum,
Brachythecium auriculatum,
Brachythecium austroglareosum,
Brachythecium austrosalebrosum,
Brachythecium bellii,
Brachythecium bodinieri,
Brachythecium borgenii,
Brachythecium brachycarpum,
Brachythecium brachycladum,
Brachythecium buchananii,
Brachythecium calliergonoides,
Brachythecium campestre,
Brachythecium camptothecioides,
Brachythecium campylothallum,
Brachythecium caucasicum,
Brachythecium cavifolium,
Brachythecium chauvetii,
Brachythecium chocayae,
Brachythecium cirrosum,
Brachythecium complanatum,
Brachythecium comtifolium,
Brachythecium conostomum,
Brachythecium coreanum,
Brachythecium curvatulum,
Brachythecium decurrens,
Brachythecium decurvans,
Brachythecium dicranoides,
Brachythecium duemmeri,
Brachythecium ehrenbergii,
Brachythecium emodi-glaucum,
Brachythecium erythrorrhizon,
Brachythecium formosanum,
Brachythecium frigidum,
Brachythecium funckii,
Brachythecium garovaglioides,
Brachythecium geheebii,
Brachythecium glabratum,
Brachythecium glareosum,
Brachythecium gloriosum,
Brachythecium harpidioides,
Brachythecium hastile,
Species in the Brachytheciaceae family
Aerobryum speciosum,
Aerobryum brevicuspis,
Aerolindigia capillacea,
Brachytheciastrum delicatulum,
Brachytheciastrum collinum,
Brachytheciastrum dieckei,
Brachytheciastrum falcatulum,
Brachytheciastrum kashmirense,
Brachytheciastrum leibergii,
Brachytheciastrum microcollinum,
Brachytheciastrum paradoxum,
Brachytheciastrum trachypodium,
Brachytheciastrum velutinum,
Brachytheciastrum fendleri,
Brachytheciastrum olympicum,
Brachytheciastrum leiopodium,
Brachytheciastrum salicinum,
Brachytheciastrum umbilicatum,
Brachytheciella stolonifera,
Brachythecium tortipilum,
Brachythecium dahuricum,
Brachythecium irinae,
Brachythecium jacuticum,
Brachythecium chakratense,
Brachythecium garhwalense,
Brachythecium acuminatum,
Brachythecium afroglareosum,
Brachythecium albicans,
Brachythecium asperrimum,
Brachythecium auriculatum,
Brachythecium austroglareosum,
Brachythecium austrosalebrosum,
Brachythecium bellii,
Brachythecium bodinieri,
Brachythecium borgenii,
Brachythecium brachycarpum,
Brachythecium brachycladum,
Brachythecium buchananii,
Brachythecium calliergonoides,
Brachythecium campestre,
Brachythecium camptothecioides,
Brachythecium campylothallum,
Brachythecium caucasicum,
Brachythecium cavifolium,
Brachythecium chauvetii,
Brachythecium chocayae,
Brachythecium cirrosum,
Brachythecium complanatum,
Brachythecium comtifolium,
Brachythecium conostomum,