Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Species:
perexiguum
ID:
1195419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dusén ex Lewinsky

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 10: 89. f. 142–149 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194757



Common Names

  • Orthotrichum perexiguum
  • Perexiguum Orthotrichum Moss
  • Perexiguum Moss


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Description

Orthotrichum perexiguum (also called Tiny Orthotrichum Moss, among many other common names) is a moss species found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, delicate moss with a pale green color and a forked branching pattern. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Orthotrichum perexiguum is a species of moss that is commonly used as a decorative element in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthotrichum perexiguum has small, yellow flowers with six petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthotrichum perexiguum is a species of moss that can be propagated through spore dispersal. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be cultivated in a potting mix or soil. It can also be propagated through division of the plant.

Where to Find Orthotrichum perexiguum

Orthotrichum perexiguum is found in the Mediterranean region.

Orthotrichum perexiguum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthotrichum perexiguum?

Orthotrichum perexiguum

What type of plant is Orthotrichum perexiguum?

Moss

Where is Orthotrichum perexiguum found?

North and South 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

Per Karl Hjalmar Dusén (1855-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dusén' in the authors string.
Jette Lewinsky (1948-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lewinsky' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182760: Based on data supplied by Bryonames