Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
platyphyllum
ID:
1190638

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindb. ex Braithw.) Sull. ex Warnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Flora 67: 481. 516 1884

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001189976



Common Names

  • Broad-Leaved Bog Moss
  • Broad-Leaved Peat Moss
  • Broad-Leaved Sphagnum Moss


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Description

Sphagnum platyphyllum (also called Broad-Leaved Bogmoss, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to the northern hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a medium-sized moss, growing up to 10 cm in height, with a yellowish-green color. It prefers to grow in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests or along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum platyphyllum is used in horticulture as a soil amendment and mulch, and as an ingredient in potting mixes. It is also used in crafts, such as floral arrangements and wreaths, and as a packing material for fragile items. It can also be used as a natural insulation material, and for water filtration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum platyphyllum has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum platyphyllum is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun in moist soil. It is best grown in a container with a well-draining potting mix. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer, or by spore in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Sphagnum platyphyllum

Sphagnum platyphyllum can be found in wet, acidic habitats in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Sphagnum platyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum platyphyllum?

Sphagnum platyphyllum

What is the common name of Sphagnum platyphyllum?

Platyphyllum Bogmoss

What is the habitat of Sphagnum platyphyllum?

Bogs and wet meadows

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

Sextus Otto Lindberg (1835-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindb.' in the authors string.
Carl Warnstorf (1837-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warnst.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35174814: Based on data supplied by Bryonames