Kingdom:
Phylum:
Polytrichopsida
Order:
Polytrichales
Genus:
Species:
minus
ID:
1147322

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.X. Xu & R.L. Xiong

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Botanica Yunnanica 4: 51. 1982

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001146660



Common Names

  • Pogonatum minus
  • Minus Pogonatum Moss
  • Small Pogonatum Moss


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Description

Pogonatum minus (also called small pogonatum, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Polytrichaceae. It is native to North America, from Alaska south to California and east to the Great Lakes region. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pogonatum minus has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to reduce swelling. Additionally, it has been used as an herbal tea to help with relaxation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pogonatum minus has small, yellow-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pogonatum minus is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady areas and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and will tolerate some drought. It is best grown in an acidic soil with a pH of 4.5-6.0.

Where to Find Pogonatum minus

Pogonatum minus can be found in the western United States.

Species in the Pogonatum genus

Pogonatum minus, Pogonatum aloides, Pogonatum belangeri, Pogonatum brachyphyllum, Pogonatum campylocarpon, Pogonatum capense, Pogonatum cirratum, Pogonatum comosum, Pogonatum congolense, Pogonatum contortum, Pogonatum convolutum, Pogonatum dentatum, Pogonatum fastigiatum, Pogonatum geheebii, Pogonatum gracilifolium, Pogonatum inflexum, Pogonatum japonicum, Pogonatum lamellosum, Pogonatum marginatum, Pogonatum microphyllum, Pogonatum microstomum, Pogonatum nanum, Pogonatum neesii, Pogonatum neglectum, Pogonatum neocaledonicum, Pogonatum nudiusculum, Pogonatum otaruense, Pogonatum patulum, Pogonatum pensilvanicum, Pogonatum pergranulatum, Pogonatum perichaetiale, Pogonatum peruvianum, Pogonatum procerum, Pogonatum proliferum, Pogonatum rufisetum, Pogonatum rutteri, Pogonatum semipellucidum, Pogonatum spinulosum, Pogonatum subfuscatum, Pogonatum subtortile, Pogonatum subulatum, Pogonatum tahitense, Pogonatum tortile, Pogonatum tubulosum, Pogonatum urnigerum, Pogonatum usambaricum, Pogonatum volvatum, Pogonatum nipponicum, Pogonatum philippinense, Pogonatum misimense,

Species in the Polytrichaceae family

Alophosia azorica, Atrichopsis compressa, Atrichopsis angulata, Atrichopsis australis, Atrichopsis bellii, Atrichopsis capensis, Atrichopsis crispula, Atrichopsis erosa, Atrichopsis laxifolia, Atrichopsis mexicana, Atrichopsis minima, Atrichopsis tapes, Atrichopsis tenuirostris, Atrichopsis tetragona, Atrichopsis trichodon, Atrichopsis tristaniensis, Atrichum cylindricum, Atrichum altecristatum, Atrichum longifolium, Atrichum androgynum, Atrichum angustatum, Atrichum crispulum, Atrichum crispum, Atrichum flavisetum, Atrichum muelleri, Atrichum oerstedianum, Atrichum polycarpum, Atrichum rhystophyllum, Atrichum selwynii, Atrichum subserratum, Atrichum tenellum, Atrichum undulatum, Atrichum yakushimense, Atrichum laoshanense, Bartramiopsis lescurii, Dawsonia beccarii, Dawsonia gigantea, Dawsonia grandis, Dawsonia insignis, Dawsonia lativaginata, Dawsonia longiseta, Dawsonia papuana, Dawsonia polytrichoides, Dawsonia pullei, Dawsonia superba, Dendroligotrichum tongariroense, Dendroligotrichum dendroides, Dendroligotrichum squamosum, Hebantia rigida, Itatiella ulei,

References

Wen Xuan Xu (1919-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.X.Xu' in the authors string.
Ruo Li Xiong (1929-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Xiong' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35100181: Based on data supplied by Bryonames