Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
cyclophyllum
ID:
1186376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sull. & Lesq.

Source:
tro

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Manual (ed. 2) 611 1856

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001185714



Common Names

  • Sphagnum cyclophyllum
  • Cyclophyllum Bog Moss
  • Cyclophyllum Peat Moss


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Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum cyclophyllum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum cyclophyllum has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum cyclophyllum 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 cyclophyllum

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

Sphagnum cyclophyllum FAQ

What is the habitat of Sphagnum cyclophyllum?

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

What is the range of Sphagnum cyclophyllum?

Sphagnum cyclophyllum is found in North America and Europe.

What is the growth form of Sphagnum cyclophyllum?

Sphagnum cyclophyllum is a small, tufted moss with erect or creeping 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

Leo Lesquereux (1806-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lesq.' in the authors string.
William Starling Sullivant (1803-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sull.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35167028: Based on data supplied by Bryonames