Kingdom:
Phylum:
Sphagnopsida
Order:
Sphagnales
Genus:
Species:
triseriporum
ID:
1533378

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H. Suzuki) A.J. Shaw

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
American Journal of Botany. 100(6): 1215. 2013

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000017477

Common Names

  • Three-Ribbed Bog Moss
  • Three-Ribbed Sphagnum Moss
  • Three-Ribbed Peat Moss

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Description

Sphagnum triseriporum (also called Three-rowed Sphagnum, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Sphagnaceae family. It is found in North America, Europe, and Asia, and grows in wet, acidic habitats such as bogs, fens, and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Sphagnum triseriporum is used as a soil conditioner and fertilizer, as well as for erosion control. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been used to treat skin conditions such as eczema.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphagnum triseriporum is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphagnum triseriporum is a moss found in moist, shady places. It is propagated by spore sowing or division. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a shaded area. Division can be done by carefully separating the moss into small clumps and replanting them in moist, shady areas.

Where to Find Sphagnum triseriporum

Sphagnum triseriporum can be found in the northern hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.

Sphagnum triseriporum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphagnum triseriporum?

Sphagnum triseriporum

What type of plant is Sphagnum triseriporum?

Moss

Where is Sphagnum triseriporum found?

North 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

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

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100474119: Based on data supplied by Bryonames