Pyrrhobryum spiniforme - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Rhizogoniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spiniforme
ID:
1172630
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hedw.) Mitt.
Source:
tro
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 174 1868
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171968
Common Names
- Pyrrhobryum Spiniforme
- Spiny Pyrrhobryum
- Needle-Like Pyrrhobryum
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Pyrrhobryum spiniforme (also called 'Spiny 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 spiniforme 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme var. acunhense (Besch.) ManuelPyrrhobryum spiniforme var. boninense (Z. Iwats.) Z. Iwats.
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme var. brevifolium (Besch.) Manuel
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme var. comorense (Müll. Hal.) Manuel
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme var. elatum (Bosch & Sande Lac.) Manuel
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme var. ryukyuense (Z. Iwats.) Manuel
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme for. samoanum Mitt.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pyrrhobryum spiniforme 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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Pyrrhobryum spiniforme can be found in North America.
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pyrrhobryum spiniforme?
Pyrrhobryum spiniforme
What type of plant is Pyrrhobryum spiniforme?
Moss
Where is Pyrrhobryum spiniforme 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
Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144439: Based on data supplied by Bryonames