Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bartramiales
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
1154217

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 12: 270 1869

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001153555

Common Names

  • Bartramia humilis
  • Humilis Bartramia Moss
  • Humilis Moss

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Description

Bartramia humilis (also called Low Bartramia, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a branched stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, grasslands, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bartramia humilis is used as an ornamental grass in landscaping and as a decorative plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bartramia humilis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bartramia humilis can be cultivated and propagated through division or spore sowing. Division is the easiest and most successful method. Divide the plant in spring or autumn and replant the divisions into moist, well-drained soil. Spore sowing is also possible, but it is more difficult and less successful. Collect the spores in late summer and sow them on a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. Germination may take several weeks.

Where to Find Bartramia humilis

Bartramia humilis is found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida.

Species in the Bartramiaceae family

Anacolia menziesii, Anacolia scioana, Anacolia webbii, Anacolia breutelii, Bartramia alaris, Bartramia angustifolia, Bartramia angustissima, Bartramia aprica, Bartramia aristaria, Bartramia aurescens, Bartramia brachypus, Bartramia brevifolia, Bartramia breviseta, Bartramia capensis, Bartramia compacta, Bartramia conica, Bartramia costa-ricensis, Bartramia crassinervia, Bartramia deciduaefolia, Bartramia delagoae, Bartramia didymocarpa, Bartramia gigantea, Bartramia halleriana, Bartramia hampeana, Bartramia humilis, Bartramia inconspicua, Bartramia ithyphylla, Bartramia ithyphylloides, Bartramia laevisphaera, Bartramia longifolia, Bartramia macounii, Bartramia maderensis, Bartramia madurensis, Bartramia marionensis, Bartramia mathewsii, Bartramia microstoma, Bartramia mossmaniana, Bartramia nanosubulata, Bartramia papulans, Bartramia penicillatula, Bartramia perpumila, Bartramia pilicuspis, Bartramia polytrichoides, Bartramia pomiformis, Bartramia potosica, Bartramia pseudocryptopodium, Bartramia rietmanniana, Bartramia robusta, Bartramia stricta, Bartramia strictifolia,

References

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: 35112011: Based on data supplied by Bryonames