Kingdom:
Phylum:
Bryanae
Order:
Bartramiales
Genus:
Species:
potosica
ID:
1155081

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mont.

Source:
tro

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot., sér. 2, 9, 56 1838

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001154419

Common Names

  • Potosi Bartram Moss
  • Potosi Bartram's Moss
  • Potosica Bartram Moss

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Description

Bartramia potosica (also called Potosi Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to North America. It has a tufted habit with narrow, linear leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers. It grows in moist meadows, bogs, and marshes, and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Uses & Benefits

Bartramia potosica is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping projects. It is also used as a ground cover in areas where it is difficult to grow grass. The plant is known to be drought tolerant and can survive in poor soil conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bartramia potosica sub. synoica Fransén

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bartramia potosica has small, white flowers with a single anther. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bartramia potosica is a perennial grass that is native to North America. It is found in moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of drought and heat. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-4 plants and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bartramia potosica

Bartramia potosica can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.

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

Camille Montagne (1784-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mont.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35113467: Based on data supplied by Bryonames