Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bartramiales
Genus:
Species:
inconspicua
ID:
1154222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 15: 62 1876

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001153560

Common Names

  • Bartramia inconspicua
  • Inconspicuous Bartramia Moss
  • Inconspicuous Haircap Moss

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Description

Bartramia inconspicua (also called Inconspicuous 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 inconspicua is used as a groundcover in gardens, and its foliage is used in dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bartramia inconspicua is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bartramia inconspicua 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 inconspicua

Bartramia inconspicua 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: 35112016: Based on data supplied by Bryonames