Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
cribriforme
ID:
1198988

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A. Crum

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 96: 458 1993

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001198326

Common Names

  • Cribriforme liverwort
  • Cribriforme leafy liverwort
  • Cribriforme thallose liverwort

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Description

Sphagnum cribriforme (also called Holes-in-the-net Sphagnum, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Sphagnaceae. It is found in temperate regions of the world, growing on soil, rocks, and tree trunks. It has a creeping growth habit and is characterized by its thin, flat, pale green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum cribriforme is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum cribriforme has small white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Sphagnum cribriforme: Sphagnum cribriforme is a moss species that is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a terrestrial moss that prefers moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spore or by division. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division can be done by carefully separating the moss into small pieces and replanting them in a moist, shady area.

Where to Find Sphagnum cribriforme

Sphagnum cribriforme is native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Sphagnum cribriforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum cribriforme?

Sphagnum cribriforme

What is the common name of Sphagnum cribriforme?

Cribriform Sphagnum Moss

What type of habitat does Sphagnum cribriforme prefer?

Sphagnum cribriforme prefers moist, shady areas in temperate and tropical regions.

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: 35188218: Based on data supplied by Bryonames