Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
denticulatum
ID:
1186417

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brid.

Source:
tro

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bryol. Univ. 1: 10 1826

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001185755



Common Names

  • Denticulatum Bogmoss
  • Toothed Bogmoss
  • Sphagnum Denticulatum


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Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum denticulatum is used as a soil amendment, mulch, and potting medium for plants. It is also used in the production of compost, and as a natural fertilizer. It has been used as a packing material for shipping fragile items, and as a fire retardant. It is also used in the production of paper, and in the manufacture of insulation materials.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sphagnum denticulatum var. monocladum J.-P. Frahm & Sabovlj.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum denticulatum has a small, pale green flower with a white center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum denticulatum 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 denticulatum

Sphagnum denticulatum can be found in wet, acidic habitats in temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Sphagnum denticulatum FAQ

What is the habitat of Sphagnum denticulatum?

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

What is the range of Sphagnum denticulatum?

Sphagnum denticulatum is found in North America and Europe.

What is the growth form of Sphagnum denticulatum?

Sphagnum denticulatum is a large, 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

Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35167177: Based on data supplied by Bryonames