Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Species:
bicolor
ID:
1189834

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thér.

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Revista Chilena Hist. Nat. 25: 302 26 f. 1 1921

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001189172



Common Names

  • Orthotrichum bicolor
  • Bicolor Orthotrichum
  • Bicolor Moss


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Description

Orthotrichum bicolor (also called Two-colored star-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Orthotrichaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with short, erect stems and small, pointed leaves. It is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Orthotrichum bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in parks and gardens. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthotrichum bicolor has small, yellow-green flowers with a single, erect stamen. Its seeds are small, black and glossy, and its seedlings are light green with a single, erect stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthotrichum bicolor can be propagated by spore or division. It prefers a moist, shaded area with acidic soil. It prefers a soil pH of 4.5-6.0 and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C.

Where to Find Orthotrichum bicolor

Orthotrichum bicolor can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Orthotrichum bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthotrichum bicolor?

Orthotrichum bicolor

What type of plant is Orthotrichum bicolor?

Moss

Where is Orthotrichum bicolor found?

North America

Species in the Orthotrichum genus

Orthotrichum dagestanicum, Orthotrichum pilosissimum, Orthotrichum mazimpakanum, Orthotrichum denticulatum, Orthotrichum hooglandii, Orthotrichum sharpii, Orthotrichum flowersii, Orthotrichum aequatoreum, Orthotrichum alpestre, Orthotrichum anomalum, Orthotrichum assimile, Orthotrichum atratum, Orthotrichum bartramii, Orthotrichum bicolor, Orthotrichum callistomum, Orthotrichum calvum, Orthotrichum canum, Orthotrichum columbicum, Orthotrichum compactum, Orthotrichum consimile, Orthotrichum consobrinum, Orthotrichum crassifolium, Orthotrichum crenatoerosum, Orthotrichum crenulatum, Orthotrichum diaphanum, Orthotrichum erpodiaceum, Orthotrichum erubescens, Orthotrichum euryphyllum, Orthotrichum hallii, Orthotrichum heteromallum, Orthotrichum hybridum, Orthotrichum ibukiense, Orthotrichum leikipiae, Orthotrichum leiothecium, Orthotrichum lescurii, Orthotrichum letourneuxii, Orthotrichum liliputanum, Orthotrichum malacothecium, Orthotrichum meyenianum, Orthotrichum microcarpum, Orthotrichum obtusatum, Orthotrichum ohioense, Orthotrichum pallens, Orthotrichum patens, Orthotrichum pellucidum, Orthotrichum penicillatum, Orthotrichum philibertii, Orthotrichum pulchellum, Orthotrichum pumilum, Orthotrichum pungens,

Species in the Orthotrichaceae family

Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,

References

Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35173188: Based on data supplied by Bryonames