Sphagnum perrieri (Perrier's Bog Moss, Perrier's Peat Moss, Perrier's Sphagnum Moss)

Summary
Common names
Uses & Benefits
Flower, Seeds and seedlings
Cultivation and Propagation
Where to find
FAQ
References

Kingdom:

Plantae

Phylum:

Sphagnopsida

Order:

Sphagnales

Family:

Sphagnaceae

Genus:

Sphagnum

Species:

perrieri

ID:

1190631

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thér.

Source:
tro

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Recueil Publ. Soc. Havraise Études Diverses 89(2): 112. ic 1922

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001189969

Common Names

Perrier's Bog Moss
Perrier's Peat Moss
Perrier's Sphagnum Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum perrieri is used in horticulture as a soil amendment and mulch, and as an ingredient in potting mixes. It is also used in crafts, such as floral arrangements and wreaths, and as a packing material for fragile items. It can also be used as a natural insulation material, and for water filtration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum perrieri has small, pale green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with pale green leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum perrieri is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun in moist soil. It is best grown in a container with a well-draining potting mix. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer, or by spore in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Sphagnum perrieri

Sphagnum perrieri can be found in wetland areas in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Sphagnum perrieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum perrieri?

Sphagnum perrieri

What is the common name of Sphagnum perrieri?

Perrier's Bogmoss

What is the habitat of Sphagnum perrieri?

Bogs and wet meadows

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-35174805:

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-35174805:

Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames

Tropicos record: 35174805: Based on data supplied by Bryonames

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Table of Contents

Status:valid

Authors:Thér.

Source:tro

Year:1922

Citation Micro:Recueil Publ. Soc. Havraise Études Diverses 89(2): 112. ic 1922

WFO Identifier:wfo-0001189969