Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
cuspidatum
ID:
1186347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ehrh. ex Hoffm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1796

Citation Micro:
Deutschl. Fl. 2: 22 1796

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001185685



Common Names

  • Sphagnum cuspidatum
  • Cuspidatum Bog Moss
  • Cuspidatum Peat Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum cuspidatum is used in horticulture as a soil conditioner and mulch, and is also used to create floral arrangements and crafts. It is also used in the production of potting soils, as it is an excellent absorber of water and nutrients.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sphagnum cuspidatum var. serrulatum (Schlieph.) Schlieph.
Sphagnum cuspidatum sub. subrecurvum (Warnst.) A. Eddy
Sphagnum cuspidatum var. viride (Flatberg) Lönnell & K. Hassel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphagnum cuspidatum is small and inconspicuous. The seed is a small, dark brown spore. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum cuspidatum can be propagated by division of the clumps or by sowing the spores. It prefers moist, acidic soils in full sun or partial shade. It is best grown in a container with a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune away any dead or damaged foliage to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Sphagnum cuspidatum

Sphagnum cuspidatum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Sphagnum cuspidatum FAQ

What is the habitat of Sphagnum cuspidatum?

Sphagnum cuspidatum is found in wet, acidic bogs and fens.

What is the range of Sphagnum cuspidatum?

Sphagnum cuspidatum is found in North America and Europe.

What is the growth form of Sphagnum cuspidatum?

Sphagnum cuspidatum is a small, tufted moss with erect stems.

Species in the Sphagnum genus

Sphagnum cavernulosum, Sphagnum complanatum, Sphagnum carolinianum, Sphagnum richardsianum, Sphagnum sancto-josephense, Sphagnum aciphyllum, Sphagnum acutifolioides, Sphagnum aequiporosum, Sphagnum affine, Sphagnum africanum, Sphagnum alegrense, Sphagnum amoenum, Sphagnum angermanicum, Sphagnum angustifolium, Sphagnum annulatum, Sphagnum aongstroemii, Sphagnum austinii, Sphagnum australe, Sphagnum balticum, Sphagnum bartlettianum, Sphagnum boliviae, Sphagnum brachybolax, Sphagnum brasiliense, Sphagnum brevirameum, Sphagnum calymmatophyllum, Sphagnum capense, Sphagnum capillifolium, Sphagnum centrale, Sphagnum ceylonicum, Sphagnum compactum, Sphagnum condensatum, Sphagnum conflatum, Sphagnum connectens, Sphagnum contortum, Sphagnum cribrosum, Sphagnum cristatum, Sphagnum cuspidatulum, Sphagnum cuspidatum, Sphagnum cyclocladum, Sphagnum cyclophyllum, Sphagnum davidii, Sphagnum denticulatum, Sphagnum dicladum, Sphagnum dominii, Sphagnum efibrillosum, Sphagnum ericetorum, Sphagnum falcatulum, Sphagnum fallax, Sphagnum fimbriatum, Sphagnum fitzgeraldii,

Species in the Sphagnaceae family

Sphagnum cavernulosum, Sphagnum complanatum, Sphagnum carolinianum, Sphagnum richardsianum, Sphagnum sancto-josephense, Sphagnum aciphyllum, Sphagnum acutifolioides, Sphagnum aequiporosum, Sphagnum affine, Sphagnum africanum, Sphagnum alegrense, Sphagnum amoenum, Sphagnum angermanicum, Sphagnum angustifolium, Sphagnum annulatum, Sphagnum aongstroemii, Sphagnum austinii, Sphagnum australe, Sphagnum balticum, Sphagnum bartlettianum, Sphagnum boliviae, Sphagnum brachybolax, Sphagnum brasiliense, Sphagnum brevirameum, Sphagnum calymmatophyllum, Sphagnum capense, Sphagnum capillifolium, Sphagnum centrale, Sphagnum ceylonicum, Sphagnum compactum, Sphagnum condensatum, Sphagnum conflatum, Sphagnum connectens, Sphagnum contortum, Sphagnum cribrosum, Sphagnum cristatum, Sphagnum cuspidatulum, Sphagnum cuspidatum, Sphagnum cyclocladum, Sphagnum cyclophyllum, Sphagnum davidii, Sphagnum denticulatum, Sphagnum dicladum, Sphagnum dominii, Sphagnum efibrillosum, Sphagnum ericetorum, Sphagnum falcatulum, Sphagnum fallax, Sphagnum fimbriatum, Sphagnum fitzgeraldii,

References

Jakob Friedrich Ehrhart (1742-1795): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ehrh.' in the authors string.
Georg Franz Hoffmann (1760-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoffm.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35166920: Based on data supplied by Bryonames