Pyrrhobryum latifolium - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Rhizogoniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolium
ID:
1172626
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bosch & Sande Lac.) Mitt.
Source:
tro
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 175 1868
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171964
Common Names
- Pyrrhobryum Latifolium
- Broad-Leaved Pyrrhobryum
- Wide-Leaved Pyrrhobryum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pyrrhobryum latifolium (also called 'Broad-leaved Hair Moss', among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pyrrhobryaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with short, erect stems, and its leaves are arranged in two rows. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pyrrhobryum latifolium is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pyrrhobryum latifolium is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pyrrhobryum latifolium is a small, tufted moss that grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops. It is propagated by spores, which can be collected from the sporophytes and sown on a moist, nutrient-rich substrate. The moss should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light. It can be grown in a terrarium or in a pot with a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Pyrrhobryum latifolium
Pyrrhobryum latifolium can be found in North America and Europe.
Pyrrhobryum latifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pyrrhobryum latifolium?
Pyrrhobryum latifolium
What type of plant is Pyrrhobryum latifolium?
Moss
Where is Pyrrhobryum latifolium found?
Moist, shady areas
Species in the Pyrrhobryum genus
Species in the Calomniaceae family
Calomnion complanatum, Calomnion denticulatum, Calomnion schistostegiellum, Calomnion melanesicum, Calomnion milleri, Calomnion ceramense, Calomnion iwatsukii, Calomnion lillianiae, Calomnion brownseyi, Cryptopodium bartramioides, Pyrrhobryum novae-caledoniae, Pyrrhobryum latifolium, Pyrrhobryum pungens, Pyrrhobryum setosum, Pyrrhobryum spiniforme, Pyrrhobryum dozyanum, Pyrrhobryum mauritianum, Pyrrhobryum medium, Pyrrhobryum paramattense,
References
Roelof Benjamin van den Bosch (1810-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosch' in the authors string.
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
Cornelius Marinus van der Sande Lacoste (1815-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sande Lac.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144435: Based on data supplied by Bryonames