Status:
valid
Authors:
Flatberg
Source:
tro
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Lindbergia 19: 3. f. 1–3 1994
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001199114
Common Names
- Sphagnum tundrae
- Tundrae's Sphagnum
- Tundrae's Moss
Description
Sphagnum tundrae (also called Fissidens iwatsukii, among many other common names) is a small liverwort species found in the Andes of South America. It has a thalloid growth form and is characterized by its small, ovate-lanceolate leaves with entire margins. It is found in humid montane forests and is typically found growing on tree trunks or on the ground.
Uses & Benefits
Sphagnum tundrae is a species of moss that is used as a soil conditioner and mulch. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sphagnum tundrae has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphagnum tundrae is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows in moist, shady places. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in containers or in the ground in a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It prefers partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Sphagnum tundrae
Sphagnum tundrae can be found in temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
Sphagnum tundrae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphagnum tundrae?
Sphagnum tundrae
What is the common name of Sphagnum tundrae?
Tundra Bogmoss
What type of environment does Sphagnum tundrae grow in?
Tundra environments
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,