Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Rhizogoniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novae-caledoniae
ID:
1147333
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Besch.) Manuel
Source:
tro
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Cryptog. Bryol. Lichénol. 1: 69 1980
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001146671
Common Names
- Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae
- New Caledonia Pyrrhobryum Moss
- New Caledonia Pyrrhobryum Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae (also called New Caledonian pyrrhobryum, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pottiaceae. It is native to New Caledonia. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and rock gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pyrrhobryum novaecaledoniae var. minus (Besch.) Pursell & W.D. ReesePyrrhobryum novaecaledoniae var. taoense (Thér.) Pursell & W.D. Reese
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae has small, yellow-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady areas and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and will tolerate some drought. It is best grown in an acidic soil with a pH of 4.5-6.0.
Where to Find Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae
Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae can be found in New Caledonia.
Species in the Pyrrhobryum genus
Species in the Calomniaceae family
Calomnion complanatum, Calomnion denticulatum, Calomnion schistostegiellum, Calomnion melanesicum, Calomnion milleri, Calomnion ceramense, Calomnion iwatsukii, Calomnion lillianiae, Calomnion brownseyi, Cryptopodium bartramioides, Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae, Pyrrhobryum latifolium, Pyrrhobryum pungens, Pyrrhobryum setosum, Pyrrhobryum spiniforme, Pyrrhobryum dozyanum, Pyrrhobryum mauritianum, Pyrrhobryum medium, Pyrrhobryum paramattense,
References
Monte Gregg Manuel (1947-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Manuel' in the authors string.
Émile Bescherelle (1828-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Besch.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35100201: Based on data supplied by Bryonames