Bruchia paricutinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Dicranales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paricutinensis
ID:
1197629
Status:
valid
Authors:
Delgad. & M.Á. Cárdenas
Source:
tro
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Bryologist 94: 294. f. 1–8 1991
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001196967
Common Names
- Paricutinensis Moss
- Bruchia Moss
- Cushion Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bruchia paricutinensis (also called Bruchia paricutinensis, among many other common names) is a small moss species with a yellow-green to brown color. It is native to Mexico, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Bruchia paricutinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bruchia paricutinensis are small and inconspicuous, with a single stamen and a single pistil. The seeds are tiny and black, and the seedlings are very small and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bruchia paricutinensis is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Bruchia paricutinensis
Bruchia paricutinensis can be found in Mexico.
Bruchia paricutinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bruchia paricutinensis?
Bruchia paricutinensis
What is the common name of Bruchia paricutinensis?
Paricutin Hair-moss
Where is Bruchia paricutinensis found?
Bruchia paricutinensis is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Bruchia genus
Bruchia queenslandica, Bruchia aurea, Bruchia bolanderi, Bruchia brevifolia, Bruchia brevipes, Bruchia carolinae, Bruchia drummondii, Bruchia eckloniana, Bruchia flexuosa, Bruchia fusca, Bruchia hallii, Bruchia hampeana, Bruchia microspora, Bruchia ravenelii, Bruchia texana, Bruchia uruguensis, Bruchia vogesiaca, Bruchia sinensis, Bruchia paricutinensis, Bruchia carinata,
Species in the Bruchiaceae family
Bruchia queenslandica, Bruchia aurea, Bruchia bolanderi, Bruchia brevifolia, Bruchia brevipes, Bruchia carolinae, Bruchia drummondii, Bruchia eckloniana, Bruchia flexuosa, Bruchia fusca, Bruchia hallii, Bruchia hampeana, Bruchia microspora, Bruchia ravenelii, Bruchia texana, Bruchia uruguensis, Bruchia vogesiaca, Bruchia sinensis, Bruchia paricutinensis, Bruchia carinata, Eobruchia ecuatoriana, Eobruchia bruchioides, Pringleella pleuridioides, Pringleella sinensis, Pringleella subulata, Trematodon ambiguus, Trematodon angolensis, Trematodon asanoi, Trematodon assamensis, Trematodon aureus, Trematodon bolivianus, Trematodon borbonicus, Trematodon brevicalyx, Trematodon brevicollis, Trematodon brevifolius, Trematodon brevirostris, Trematodon brevisetus, Trematodon capillifolius, Trematodon conformis, Trematodon congolensis, Trematodon crispifolius, Trematodon curvicollis, Trematodon decaryi, Trematodon dentatus, Trematodon divaricatus, Trematodon felipponei, Trematodon fendleri, Trematodon flexipes, Trematodon gymnostomus, Trematodon heterophyllus,
References
Claudio Delgadillo (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delgad.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35186272: Based on data supplied by Bryonames