Sphagnum roraimense (Roraima Bog Moss, Roraima Peat Moss, Roraima Sphagnum Moss)

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

Kingdom:

Plantae

Phylum:

Sphagnopsida

Order:

Sphagnales

Family:

Sphagnaceae

Genus:

Sphagnum

Species:

roraimense

ID:

1190781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 57: 76 1915

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001190119

Common Names

Roraima Bog Moss
Roraima Peat Moss
Roraima Sphagnum Moss

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Description

Sphagnum roraimense (also called Roraima Bogmoss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in wetlands and bogs in South America. It is a medium-sized moss, growing to a height of 5-10 cm, with a bright red stem and yellowish-green leaves. It prefers wet, acidic soils and is often found in bogs and fens.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum roraimense is used in horticulture as a soil amendment and mulch, as well as in the production of potting mixes. It is also used in the production of compost and as a soil conditioner. It can also be used as a natural fertilizer, as it contains high levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphagnum roraimense flowers are small and inconspicuous, with a yellowish-brown color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum roraimense is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, acidic soils and partial shade. It can be cultivated in a greenhouse or outdoors in a shady area.

Where to Find Sphagnum roraimense

Sphagnum roraimense is found in wet, acidic habitats in South America.

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-35175372:

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-35175372:

Carl Warnstorf (1837-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warnst.' in the authors string.

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames

Tropicos record: 35175372: Based on data supplied by Bryonames

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Status:valid

Authors:Warnst.

Source:tro

Year:1915

Citation Micro:Hedwigia 57: 76 1915

WFO Identifier:wfo-0001190119