Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Orthotrichales
Species:
microcarpum
ID:
1190082

Status:
valid

Authors:
De Not.

Source:
tro

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Erb. Crittog. Ital. 19: 915 1863

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001189420

Common Names

  • Orthotrichum microcarpum
  • Mossy Orthotrichum
  • Common Moss

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Description

Orthotrichum microcarpum (also called Small-Fruited Orthotrichum, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is found in North America and Europe. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short stem and a tuft of leaves at the top. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Orthotrichum microcarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthotrichum microcarpum flowers are small and inconspicuous, with a single perianth of four white tepals. The seeds are small and oval-shaped, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthotrichum microcarpum is a small moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers a well-drained, acidic soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It is best grown in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if kept moist.

Where to Find Orthotrichum microcarpum

Orthotrichum microcarpum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia, in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands, bogs, and marshes.

Orthotrichum microcarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthotrichum microcarpum?

Orthotrichum microcarpum

What type of plant is Orthotrichum microcarpum?

Orthotrichum microcarpum is a moss species.

Where can Orthotrichum microcarpum be found?

Orthotrichum microcarpum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Orthotrichum genus

Orthotrichum dagestanicum, Orthotrichum pilosissimum, Orthotrichum mazimpakanum, Orthotrichum denticulatum, Orthotrichum hooglandii, Orthotrichum sharpii, Orthotrichum flowersii, Orthotrichum aequatoreum, Orthotrichum alpestre, Orthotrichum anomalum, Orthotrichum assimile, Orthotrichum atratum, Orthotrichum bartramii, Orthotrichum bicolor, Orthotrichum callistomum, Orthotrichum calvum, Orthotrichum canum, Orthotrichum columbicum, Orthotrichum compactum, Orthotrichum consimile, Orthotrichum consobrinum, Orthotrichum crassifolium, Orthotrichum crenatoerosum, Orthotrichum crenulatum, Orthotrichum diaphanum, Orthotrichum erpodiaceum, Orthotrichum erubescens, Orthotrichum euryphyllum, Orthotrichum hallii, Orthotrichum heteromallum, Orthotrichum hybridum, Orthotrichum ibukiense, Orthotrichum leikipiae, Orthotrichum leiothecium, Orthotrichum lescurii, Orthotrichum letourneuxii, Orthotrichum liliputanum, Orthotrichum malacothecium, Orthotrichum meyenianum, Orthotrichum microcarpum, Orthotrichum obtusatum, Orthotrichum ohioense, Orthotrichum pallens, Orthotrichum patens, Orthotrichum pellucidum, Orthotrichum penicillatum, Orthotrichum philibertii, Orthotrichum pulchellum, Orthotrichum pumilum, Orthotrichum pungens,

Species in the Orthotrichaceae family

Cardotiella appendiculata, Cardotiella quinquefaria, Cardotiella renauldii, Cardotiella secunda, Cardotiella subappendiculata, Cardotiella elimbata, Ceuthotheca cryptocarpa, Desmotheca apiculata, Desmotheca brachiata, Florschuetziella steerei, Florschuetziella scaberrima, Groutiella tumidula, Groutiella chimborazensis, Groutiella apiculata, Groutiella husnotii, Groutiella macrorrhyncha, Groutiella mucronifolia, Groutiella subgoniorrhyncha, Groutiella thraustophylla, Groutiella tomentosa, Groutiella wagneriana, Groutiella obtusa, Groutiella maracaibensis, Groutiella reesei, Groutiella tuberculata, Leiomitrium plicatum, Leratia neocaledonica, Leratia obtusifolia, Leratia exigua, Macrocoma tenuis, Macrocoma orthotrichoides, Macrocoma abyssinica, Macrocoma brasiliensis, Macrocoma iwatsukii, Macrocoma frigida, Macrocoma gastonyi, Macrocoma lycopodioides, Macrocoma pulchella, Macromitrium chloromitrium, Macromitrium perreflexum, Macromitrium onraedtii, Macromitrium sharpii, Macromitrium lomasense, Macromitrium fusco-aureum, Macromitrium galipense, Macromitrium gigasporum, Macromitrium glabratum, Macromitrium globirameum, Macromitrium gracile, Macromitrium greenmanii,

References

Giuseppe De Notaris (1805-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Not.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35173580: Based on data supplied by Bryonames