Orthotrichum comosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comosum
ID:
1536223
Status:
valid
Authors:
F. Lara, R. Medina & Garilleti
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Taxon. 62(6): 1142. 2013
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000019181
Common Names
- Orthotrichum comosum
- Comosum Orthotrichum
- Comosum Moss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orthotrichum comosum (also called Orthotrichum comosum, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the temperate regions of Europe and North America. It is a small moss with a yellow-green color and a tufted growth habit. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, grasslands, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Orthotrichum comosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover for rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Orthotrichum comosum has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthotrichum comosum is a small, evergreen, perennial moss that is native to the Southern Hemisphere. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Orthotrichum comosum
Orthotrichum comosum can be found in the temperate rainforests of North America.
Orthotrichum comosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orthotrichum comosum?
Orthotrichum comosum
What type of plant is Orthotrichum comosum?
Orthotrichum comosum is a moss species.
Where is Orthotrichum comosum found?
Orthotrichum comosum is found in the Northern Hemisphere.
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
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100394854: Based on data supplied by Bryonames