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Description
Bartramia is a genus of mosses that belongs to the family Bartramiaceae. These mosses are found in terrestrial habitats and are widely distributed throughout the world. The genus was named after the American naturalist William Bartram, who collected specimens of the moss during his travels in the southeastern United States.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Bryophyta |
| Class | Bryopsida |
| Order | Bartramiales |
| Family | Bartramiaceae |
| Genus | Bartramia |
Appearance
Bartramia mosses are typically small and form dense mats on soil, rocks, or decaying wood. The leaves are lance-shaped and have a long, pointed tip. The leaves are usually 1-3 mm long and 0.2-0.5 mm wide. The stems are usually 1-4 cm long and 0.5-1 mm wide. The capsules are cylindrical and are usually 2-4 mm long.
Care Guide
Bartramia mosses require moist soil and moderate to low light. They can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefer well-draining soil. Fertilization is not necessary, but can be done with a diluted fertilizer once or twice a year. Bartramia mosses are hardy in USDA zones 3-10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Bartramia mosses are generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, they may be susceptible to fungal infections if they are overwatered or grown in poorly-draining soil.
Habitat
Bartramia mosses are found in a variety of terrestrial habitats, including forests, meadows, and wetlands. They can also be found growing on rocks and other hard surfaces.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Bartramia mosses be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Bartramia mosses can be grown indoors in a terrarium or other container with moist soil and moderate to low light.
Q: Do Bartramia mosses require fertilization?
A: Fertilization is not necessary for Bartramia mosses, but can be done with a diluted fertilizer once or twice a year.
Q: What is the hardiness zone range for Bartramia mosses?
A: Bartramia mosses are hardy in USDA zones 3-10.
Q: Are Bartramia mosses resistant to pests and diseases?
A: Bartramia mosses are generally resistant to pests and diseases, but may be susceptible to fungal infections if overwatered or grown in poorly-draining soil.
Related Plants
- Didymodon
- Ditrichum
- Funaria
- Hylocomium
- Plagiomnium
References
- Flowers of India. (n.d.). Bartramia pomiformis. Retrieved from https://www.flowersofindia.net/catalog/slides/Apple%20Moss.html
- FNA. (n.d.). Bartramia. Flora of North America. Retrieved from http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=10193
- USDA. (n.d.). Bartramia. Plants Database. Retrieved from https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=BARTR
