Pyrrhobryum pungens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Rhizogoniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
1172628
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sull.) Mitt.
Source:
tro
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 174 1868
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171966
Common Names
- Pyrrhobryum Pungens
- Sharp-Leaved Pyrrhobryum
- Pointed-Leaved Pyrrhobryum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pyrrhobryum pungens (also called 'Sharp-pointed Hair Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pyrrhobryaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with short, erect stems, and its leaves are arranged in two rows. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrrhobryum pungens is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pyrrhobryum pungens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pyrrhobryum pungens is a small, tufted moss that grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops. It is propagated by spores, which can be collected from the sporophytes and sown on a moist, nutrient-rich substrate. The moss should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. It can be grown in a terrarium or in a pot with a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Pyrrhobryum pungens
Pyrrhobryum pungens can be found in North America.
Pyrrhobryum pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pyrrhobryum pungens?
Pyrrhobryum pungens
What type of plant is Pyrrhobryum pungens?
Moss
Where is Pyrrhobryum pungens found?
Moist, shady areas
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
William Starling Sullivant (1803-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sull.' in the authors string.
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144437: Based on data supplied by Bryonames