Description
Bryum oblongum (also called 'Oblong Bryum Moss', among many other common names) is a small, green moss with a tufted growth form. It is native to the Northern Hemisphere, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bryum oblongum is small and whitish, with a short pedicel. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule with a short beak. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short, white, unbranched stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bryum oblongum is a small, tuft-forming moss that grows in damp, shady places. It is easily propagated by division of the tufts or by spores. The spores should be sown on a peat-based compost and kept moist and shaded until germination occurs. The young plants should be transplanted into a moist, shady location.