Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
chryseum
ID:
1189751

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schwägr.) Schimp.

Source:
tro

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Bryol. Eur. 5: 107 (fasc. 48. Monogr. 3) 1851

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001189089

Common Names

  • Orthothecium chryseum
  • Golden Orthothecium
  • Golden Moss

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Description

Orthothecium chryseum (also called Chryseous Orthothecium, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is native to Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa. It is found in a variety of habitats, including moist woodlands, grasslands, and alpine regions.

Uses & Benefits

Orthothecium chryseum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscapes. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and in areas with poor soil.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Orthothecium chryseum var. cochlearifolium (Lindb.) Limpr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthothecium chryseum has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthothecium chryseum is a small, tufted moss that is found in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require regular fertilization.

Where to Find Orthothecium chryseum

Orthothecium chryseum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Orthothecium chryseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthothecium chryseum?

Orthothecium chryseum

What type of habitat does Orthothecium chryseum prefer?

Orthothecium chryseum prefers moist, shady habitats.

What is the distribution of Orthothecium chryseum?

Orthothecium chryseum is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Species in the Plagiotheciaceae family

Orthothecium ovicarpum, Orthothecium acuminatum, Orthothecium chryseum, Orthothecium intricatum, Orthothecium lapponicum, Orthothecium rufescens, Orthothecium schlagintweitii, Orthothecium strictum, Orthothecium hyalopiliferum, Orthothecium brunnescens, Orthothecium remotifolium, Orthothecium retroflexum, Orthothecium sibiricum, Herzogiella cylindricarpa, Herzogiella perrobusta, Herzogiella renitens, Herzogiella seligeri, Herzogiella striatella, Herzogiella turfacea, Herzogiella letestui, Isopterygiopsis muelleriana, Isopterygiopsis catagonioides, Plagiothecium berggrenianum, Plagiothecium ceylonense, Plagiothecium cochleatum, Plagiothecium curvifolium, Plagiothecium denticulatum, Plagiothecium entodontella, Plagiothecium formosicum, Plagiothecium georgicoantarcticum, Plagiothecium herzogii, Plagiothecium laetum, Plagiothecium lamprostachys, Plagiothecium lancifolium, Plagiothecium latebricola, Plagiothecium lonchochaete, Plagiothecium lucidum, Plagiothecium mildbraedii, Plagiothecium monbuttoviae, Plagiothecium neckeroideum, Plagiothecium nemorale, Plagiothecium nitens, Plagiothecium nitidifolium, Plagiothecium novogranatense, Plagiothecium obtusissimum, Plagiothecium orthocarpum, Plagiothecium ovalifolium, Plagiothecium perminutum, Plagiothecium platycladum, Plagiothecium platyphyllum,

References

Christian Friedrich Schwaegrichen (1775-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwägr.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Philippe Schimper (1808-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schimp.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35172923: Based on data supplied by Bryonames