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brachymenium moss

Scientific Name: Brachymenium systylium

Family: Bryaceae

Category: Moss

Growth: Nonvascular

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Brachymenium

Brachymenium is a genus of mosses belonging to the family Bryaceae. Several species within this genus are commonly referred to as "brachymenium moss." This group is currently undergoing significant taxonomic revision.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text includes the statement "Is Brachymenium Moss safe for children? No Is Brachymenium Moss safe for dogs? No". This suggests potential concerns for pets and children, though the specific nature of the risk is not detailed.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Bryaceae
  • Genus: Brachymenium Schwgr.
  • Synonyms/Alternative Names: The text mentions several Brachymenium species and variations, including:
    • Brachymenium abyssinicum Bruch &amp W. P. Schimper ex Jaeger, 1875
    • Brachymenium andersonii Crum (Anderson's brachymenium moss)
    • Brachymenium capitulatum (Mitt.) Par.
    • Brachymenium erectum (Hook.) Marg. (erect brachymenium moss)
    • Brachymenium exile
    • Brachymenium lanceolatum
    • Brachymenium leptophyllum (Bruch &amp Schimp. ex Mll.Hal.) Bruch
    • Brachymenium longidens Renner &amp M. A.
    • Brachymenium microstomum Harv. T
    • Brachymenium nepalense
    • Brachymenium regnellii Hampe
    • Brachymenium speciosum
    • Brachymenium systylium (Mll. Hal.) A. Jaeger
    • Brachymenium turgidum Broth. ex. Dix.
    • Brachymenium walkeri

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions the occurrence of Brachymenium species in various locations:
    • Antarctica
    • Argentina (Buenos Aires)
    • Mexico (Durango)
    • United States
    • Suriname
    • India (Mount Abu, Rajasthan)
    • Seychelles
    • Runion
  • Some species, such as Brachymenium turgidum and B. nepalense, are noted to grow on peaty soils.
  • Brachymenium regnellii was previously considered endemic to Brazil before being found in Suriname.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The description for one species mentions "Plants robust, dark green, not glossy, densely tufted. Stems 1-2 cm high, branched. Lower leaves small, comal leaves larger and tufted, twisted when dry."

Ecological Role and Interactions

  • The text references the potential of Brachymenium capitulatum to grow in moss crusts.
  • There is a mention of an "intergeneric hybrid" involving Brachymenium exile and Bryum argenteum.
  • Antimicrobial potential has been studied in Brachymenium turgidum.

Further Information

  • Tropicos
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • Catalogue of Life
  • Encyclopedia of Life