Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
inexspectatum
ID:
1214515

Status:
valid

Authors:
Flatberg

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 30: 61 2005

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001213853



Common Names

  • Sphagnum inexspectatum
  • Inexspectatum Sphagnum
  • Inexspectatum Lejeunea


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Description

Sphagnum inexspectatum (also called Unexpected Sphagnum, among many other common names) is a small, yellowish-green moss with a smooth thallus and a single, short, upright stem. It is native to Chile, where it is found in humid, shady forests. It typically grows on moss-covered rocks, tree trunks, and soil.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum inexspectatum is a species of moss that is used in horticulture as a ground cover. It is also used in bioremediation to help clean up contaminated soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum inexspectatum has small, yellowish-green flowers with 6 tepals and 6 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum inexspectatum is a species of moss native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a terrarium or in a pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Sphagnum inexspectatum

Sphagnum inexspectatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Sphagnum inexspectatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum inexspectatum?

Sphagnum inexspectatum

What are the characteristics of Sphagnum inexspectatum?

Sphagnum inexspectatum is a species of moss in the family Sphagnaceae. It is found in New Zealand.

Where can Sphagnum inexspectatum be found?

Sphagnum inexspectatum can be found in New Zealand.

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

Kjeld Ivar Flatberg (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Flatberg' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35216808: Based on data supplied by Bryonames