Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Species:
compositum
ID:
1152705

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) P. Beauv.

Source:
tro

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Aethéogam. 82 1805

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001152043



Common Names

  • Pilotrichum compositum
  • Composite Pilotrichum
  • Composite Bristle Moss


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Description

Pilotrichum compositum (also called composite-leaved moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pilotrichaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a creeping, branched stem. The leaves are spirally arranged and are ovate in shape. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pilotrichum compositum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used as a soil stabilizer to help prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilotrichum compositum has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, composite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pilotrichum compositum is best done in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is typically done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Pilotrichum compositum

Pilotrichum compositum can be found in the western United States, from California to Texas.

Species in the Pilotrichaceae family

Amblytropis hispidula, Amblytropis setosa, Actinodontium adscendens, Actinodontium dusenii, Actinodontium rhaphidostegum, Actinodontium sprucei, Actinodontium streptopogoneum, Actinodontium pygmaeum, Brymela angustiretis, Brymela complanata, Brymela crosbyi, Brymela laevinervis, Brymela tutezona, Brymela acuminata, Brymela cuspidata, Brymela fissidentoides, Brymela fluminensis, Brymela obtusifolia, Brymela parkeriana, Brymela rugulosa, Brymela websteri, Brymela cavifolia, Callicostella callicostelloides, Callicostella africana, Callicostella apophysata, Callicostella armata, Callicostella ascensionis, Callicostella attenuata, Callicostella beccariana, Callicostella belangeriana, Callicostella bernoullii, Callicostella bisexualis, Callicostella brevipes, Callicostella caledonica, Callicostella campbelliana, Callicostella chevalieri, Callicostella chionophylla, Callicostella chlorina, Callicostella chloroneura, Callicostella circinata, Callicostella constricta, Callicostella cruegeri, Callicostella daltoniaecarpa, Callicostella depressa, Callicostella disticha, Callicostella eberhardtiana, Callicostella emarginatula, Callicostella erosotruncata, Callicostella fallax, Callicostella fissidentella,

References

Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35109497: Based on data supplied by Bryonames