Sphagnum fontanum (Fontanum Bog Moss, Fountain Bog Moss, Spring Bog Moss)

Kingdom:

Plantae

Phylum:

Sphagnopsida

Order:

Sphagnales

Family:

Sphagnaceae

Genus:

Sphagnum

Species:

fontanum

ID:

1186469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll. Hal.

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 30: 38. 3 f. 30, 5 x 1891

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001185807

Common Names

Fontanum Bog Moss
Fountain Bog Moss
Spring Bog Moss

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Description

Sphagnum fontanum (also called Font's Bog-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It has a yellow-green color, and is found in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs and fens.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum fontanum is used as a soil conditioner, mulch, and fertilizer. It is also used in horticulture and gardening as a soil amendment, and for erosion control and water retention. It is also used in the production of potting soils and composts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum fontanum has small, yellow-green flowers and small, light brown seeds. The seedlings are small and yellow-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum fontanum is a species of moss that is found in wet, acidic habitats. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, acidic soils and is tolerant of full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be kept moist but not waterlogged. It can be propagated by division or by spore.

Where to Find Sphagnum fontanum

Sphagnum fontanum can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Sphagnum fontanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum fontanum?

Sphagnum fontanum

What is the common name of Sphagnum fontanum?

Font's Bogmoss

What type of environment does Sphagnum fontanum prefer?

Sphagnum fontanum prefers wet, acidic environments such as bogs and marshes.

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

References

The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-35167336:

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-35167336:

Karl Müller (1818-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Hal.' in the authors string.

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames

Tropicos record: 35167336: Based on data supplied by Bryonames

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Table of Contents

Status:valid

Authors:Müll. Hal.

Source:tro

Year:1891

Citation Micro:Hedwigia 30: 38. 3 f. 30, 5 x 1891

WFO Identifier:wfo-0001185807