Kingdom:
Phylum:
Polytrichopsida
Order:
Polytrichales
Species:
recurvatum
ID:
1170922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 40: 98. 1901

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001170260



Common Names

  • Polytrichum Recurvatum
  • Recurvatum Haircap Moss
  • Recurvatum Polytrichum Moss


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Description

Polytrichum recurvatum (also called Common Haircap Moss, among many other common names) is a moss species in the Polytrichaceae family. It is a medium-sized moss with a yellow-green color and a tufted habit. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and grows in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Polytrichum recurvatum is used as a soil stabilizer and erosion control, as well as for decorative purposes in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a mulch and for composting.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polytrichum recurvatum is a small, inconspicuous, greenish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polytrichum recurvatum is a species of moss that is native to North America. It is a small, tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady areas and can tolerate some sun. It needs to be kept moist and should not be allowed to dry out. It is best grown in a humus-rich, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Polytrichum recurvatum

Polytrichum recurvatum can be 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: 35141799: Based on data supplied by Bryonames