Kingdom:
Phylum:
Polytrichopsida
Order:
Polytrichales
Genus:
Species:
sinense
ID:
1199034

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Broth.) Hyvönen & P.C. Wu

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
The Bryologist 96: 633. 1993

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198372



Common Names

  • Pogonatum sinense
  • Sinense Pogonatum
  • Chinese Bearded Moss


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Description

Pogonatum sinense (also called Chinese Pogonatum, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pogonatumaceae. It is found in temperate regions of the world, typically in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests. It has a slender, upright stem with a distinctively reddish-brown color.

Uses & Benefits

Pogonatum sinense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pogonatum sinense has small, yellow-green flowers with a single perianth lobe. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pogonatum sinense is a small moss that can be propagated by spore or division. It prefers moist, shady conditions and is best grown in soil with a neutral pH. It can be grown in full sun but will require more frequent watering. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps and replanting them in the desired location.

Where to Find Pogonatum sinense

Pogonatum sinense can be found in China.

Pogonatum sinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pogonatum sinense?

Pogonatum sinense

What type of plant is Pogonatum sinense?

A moss

What is the growth habit of Pogonatum sinense?

It is a small, tufted plant

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

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Jaakko Hyvönen (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hyvönen' in the authors string.
Pan(g) Cheng Wu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.C.Wu' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35188291: Based on data supplied by Bryonames