Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
longissima
ID:
1191075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raddi) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 806 1906

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001190413



Common Names

  • Longissima Sphagnum
  • Longissima Peat Moss
  • Longissima Bogmoss


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Description

Spiridentopsis longissima (also called 'Long Spiridentopsis', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Splachnobryaceae family. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a creeping growth habit. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa, and is commonly found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Spiridentopsis longissima is used as a soil conditioner and mulch in gardens and farms, as well as for erosion control, water filtration, and insulation. It is also used as a packing material for shipping delicate items, and as a component in composting and potting mixes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Spiridentopsis longissima has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiridentopsis longissima is a species of moss that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing, creeping moss with short, erect stems that form dense mats. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be propagated by division or spore sowing.

Where to Find Spiridentopsis longissima

Spiridentopsis longissima is found in wet, acidic soils in North America and Europe.

Spiridentopsis longissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiridentopsis longissima?

Spiridentopsis longissima

What is the common name of Spiridentopsis longissima?

Long Spiridentopsis

What is the habitat of Spiridentopsis longissima?

It is found in tropical and subtropical waters

Species in the Spiridentopsis genus

Species in the Pterobryaceae family

Calyptothecium acostatum, Calyptothecium prainii, Calyptothecium acutum, Calyptothecium bescherellei, Calyptothecium burmense, Calyptothecium duplicatum, Calyptothecium extensum, Calyptothecium hookeri, Calyptothecium nitidum, Calyptothecium oxyphyllum, Calyptothecium pinnatum, Calyptothecium ramosii, Calyptothecium recurvulum, Calyptothecium subacutum, Calyptothecium subhumile, Calyptothecium symphysodontoides, Calyptothecium urvilleanum, Calyptothecium wightii, Calyptothecium auriculatum, Calyptothecium integrifolium, Calyptothecium compressum, Calyptothecium pterobryoides, Calyptothecium squarrosulum, Calyptothecium phyllogonioides, Calyptothecium philippinense, Henicodium geniculatum, Hildebrandtiella cuspidans, Hildebrandtiella endotrichelloides, Hildebrandtiella longiseta, Hildebrandtiella phleoides, Jaegerina formosa, Jaegerina guatemalensis, Jaegerina luzonensis, Jaegerina plicata, Jaegerina robillardii, Jaegerina scariosa, Jaegerina solitaria, Jaegerina stolonifera, Jaegerina retrosquarrosa, Micralsopsis complanata, Muellerobryum whiteleggei, Neolindbergia deningeri, Neolindbergia rigida, Neolindbergia robusta, Neolindbergia rugosa, Neolindbergia vitiensis, Neolindbergia cladomnioides, Neolindbergia veloirae, Orthorrhynchidium planifrons, Orthostichopsis fornicata,

References

Giuseppe Raddi (1770-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raddi' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35176295: Based on data supplied by Bryonames