Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Species:
crassifolium
ID:
1189894

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. f. & Wilson

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 3: 546 1844

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001189232



Common Names

  • Orthotrichum Crassifolium
  • Crassifolium Moss
  • Thick-Leaf Orthotrichum


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Description

Orthotrichum crassifolium (also called Common Broom Moss, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized moss with a yellow-green to yellow-brown color. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Orthotrichum crassifolium is used in the horticultural industry as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Orthotrichum crassifolium sub. acutum (Müll. Hal.) Goffinet

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthotrichum crassifolium has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthotrichum crassifolium can be propagated by spores or vegetative fragments. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be cultivated in a potting mix of equal parts peat and sand. It requires regular watering and should be kept in a cool, humid environment.

Where to Find Orthotrichum crassifolium

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

Orthotrichum crassifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthotrichum crassifolium?

Orthotrichum crassifolium

What type of plant is Orthotrichum crassifolium?

Moss

Where is Orthotrichum crassifolium found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

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

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
William Wilson (1799-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilson' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35173265: Based on data supplied by Bryonames