Kingdom:
Phylum:
Polytrichopsida
Order:
Polytrichales
Species:
parvum
ID:
1170873

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Genera Muscorum Frondosorum: 177. 1900

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001170211



Common Names

  • Polytrichum parvum
  • Common Haircap Moss
  • Olive Haircap Moss


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Description

Polytrichum parvum (also called Small Haircap Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in woodlands, and has a light green color. Its stems are up to 10 cm tall and the leaves are up to 5 mm long. The leaves are arranged in a spiral pattern, and the capsules are erect and curved.

Uses & Benefits

Polytrichum parvum is used in the production of paper and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used in the production of compost and as a mulch for gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polytrichum parvum is a small, greenish-brown spikelet with a single stamen. The seed is a small, round, dark brown spore. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polytrichum parvum can be propagated by spores or vegetative division. Cultivation requires a well-drained, acidic soil in a partially shaded area. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. The plant should be kept in temperatures between 10-20 degrees Celsius.

Where to Find Polytrichum parvum

Polytrichum parvum is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Polytrichum genus

Polytrichum torquatum, Polytrichum angustifolium, Polytrichum autranii, Polytrichum brachymitrium, Polytrichum breviceps, Polytrichum circinnatulum, Polytrichum commune, Polytrichum cupreum, Polytrichum elegans, Polytrichum elongatum, Polytrichum ericoides, Polytrichum gracilisetum, Polytrichum hyperboreum, Polytrichum jensenii, Polytrichum juniperellum, Polytrichum juniperinum, Polytrichum microcephalum, Polytrichum micropysix, Polytrichum oerstedianum, Polytrichum parvum, Polytrichum piliferum, Polytrichum polakowskyi, Polytrichum recurvatum, Polytrichum recurvipilum, Polytrichum stolonigerum, Polytrichum strictum, Polytrichum subcarinatum, Polytrichum subpilosum, Polytrichum swartzii, Polytrichum tonkinense, Polytrichum trachythecium, Polytrichum vaginatum, Polytrichum xanthopilum, Polytrichum stefureacii, Polytrichum perigoniale, Polytrichum densifolium, Polytrichum formosum, Polytrichum longisetum, Polytrichum appalachianum, Polytrichum ohioense, Polytrichum pallidisetum, Polytrichum papillosum,

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

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35141715: Based on data supplied by Bryonames