Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
barclayae
ID:
1196209

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A. Crum

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
J. Bryol. 15: 531. f. 1–8 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001195547

Common Names

  • Sphagnum
  • Barclay's Sphagnum
  • Barclayae Sphagnum

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Description

Sphagnum barclayae (also called Barclay's Sphagnum, among many other common names) is a moss species in the family Sphagnaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a creeping, branching stem and leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape. It is native to North America, where it is found in moist habitats such as riverbanks and moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum barclayae is a species of moss that is often used as a ground cover in gardens and terrariums. It can also be used in aquariums to provide a natural look and to help filter the water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum barclayae has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum barclayae is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best to water the moss regularly and keep it in a humid environment. It can also be propagated by layering.

Where to Find Sphagnum barclayae

Sphagnum barclayae is native to North America and can be found in wet, acidic bogs. It is typically found in areas with high humidity and is often found in mossy areas.

Sphagnum barclayae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum barclayae?

Sphagnum barclayae

What is the common name of Sphagnum barclayae?

Barclay's Sphagnum

What family does Sphagnum barclayae belong to?

Sphagnaceae

Species in the Sphagnum genus

Sphagnum cavernulosum, Sphagnum complanatum, Sphagnum carolinianum, Sphagnum richardsianum, Sphagnum sancto-josephense, Sphagnum aciphyllum, Sphagnum acutifolioides, Sphagnum aequiporosum, Sphagnum affine, Sphagnum africanum, Sphagnum alegrense, Sphagnum amoenum, Sphagnum angermanicum, Sphagnum angustifolium, Sphagnum annulatum, Sphagnum aongstroemii, Sphagnum austinii, Sphagnum australe, Sphagnum balticum, Sphagnum bartlettianum, Sphagnum boliviae, Sphagnum brachybolax, Sphagnum brasiliense, Sphagnum brevirameum, Sphagnum calymmatophyllum, Sphagnum capense, Sphagnum capillifolium, Sphagnum centrale, Sphagnum ceylonicum, Sphagnum compactum, Sphagnum condensatum, Sphagnum conflatum, Sphagnum connectens, Sphagnum contortum, Sphagnum cribrosum, Sphagnum cristatum, Sphagnum cuspidatulum, Sphagnum cuspidatum, Sphagnum cyclocladum, Sphagnum cyclophyllum, Sphagnum davidii, Sphagnum denticulatum, Sphagnum dicladum, Sphagnum dominii, Sphagnum efibrillosum, Sphagnum ericetorum, Sphagnum falcatulum, Sphagnum fallax, Sphagnum fimbriatum, Sphagnum fitzgeraldii,

Species in the Sphagnaceae family

Sphagnum cavernulosum, Sphagnum complanatum, Sphagnum carolinianum, Sphagnum richardsianum, Sphagnum sancto-josephense, Sphagnum aciphyllum, Sphagnum acutifolioides, Sphagnum aequiporosum, Sphagnum affine, Sphagnum africanum, Sphagnum alegrense, Sphagnum amoenum, Sphagnum angermanicum, Sphagnum angustifolium, Sphagnum annulatum, Sphagnum aongstroemii, Sphagnum austinii, Sphagnum australe, Sphagnum balticum, Sphagnum bartlettianum, Sphagnum boliviae, Sphagnum brachybolax, Sphagnum brasiliense, Sphagnum brevirameum, Sphagnum calymmatophyllum, Sphagnum capense, Sphagnum capillifolium, Sphagnum centrale, Sphagnum ceylonicum, Sphagnum compactum, Sphagnum condensatum, Sphagnum conflatum, Sphagnum connectens, Sphagnum contortum, Sphagnum cribrosum, Sphagnum cristatum, Sphagnum cuspidatulum, Sphagnum cuspidatum, Sphagnum cyclocladum, Sphagnum cyclophyllum, Sphagnum davidii, Sphagnum denticulatum, Sphagnum dicladum, Sphagnum dominii, Sphagnum efibrillosum, Sphagnum ericetorum, Sphagnum falcatulum, Sphagnum fallax, Sphagnum fimbriatum, Sphagnum fitzgeraldii,

References

Howard Alvin Crum (1922-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Crum' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35183870: Based on data supplied by Bryonames