Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
divisum
ID:
1197998

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.A. Crum

Source:
tro

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Bryologist 95: 424. f. 39–45 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001197336

Common Names

  • Sphagnum divisum
  • Divisum Sphagnum
  • Divisum Sphagnum

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Description

Sphagnum divisum (also called Divided Bog-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a medium-sized moss, with stems up to 15 cm long. It is found in wet areas, including bogs, fens, and wet meadows. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum divisum is a species of moss that is often used in gardens and landscaping projects. It is a low-growing plant that is drought-tolerant and can be used as a ground cover or to fill in gaps in gardens. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a decorative element in terrariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum divisum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum divisum is a tufted moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a moist, shaded environment with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It can also be grown from cuttings.

Where to Find Sphagnum divisum

Sphagnum divisum can be found in the wetland regions of North America.

Sphagnum divisum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum divisum?

Sphagnum divisum

What is the common name of Sphagnum divisum?

Divisum Moss

What type of habitat does Sphagnum divisum prefer?

Sphagnum divisum prefers moist, acidic habitats

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: 35186807: Based on data supplied by Bryonames