Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Funariales
Genus:
Species:
altissima
ID:
1182884

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dixon

Source:
tro

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 69: 285 1931

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001182222

Common Names

  • Funaria Altissima
  • Altissima Moss
  • Mossy Cushion Moss

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Uses & Benefits

Funaria altissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Funaria altissima has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Funaria altissima is a small moss species that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist and not allow it to dry out completely. Fertilizer is not necessary, but it can be beneficial for faster growth. It is best to keep the temperature between 10-20°C and to avoid direct sunlight.

Where to Find Funaria altissima

Funaria altissima can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Funaria altissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Funaria altissima?

Funaria altissima

What is the common name of Funaria altissima?

Tall Funaria

What is the habitat of Funaria altissima?

It is found in moist, shady places, such as woods, meadows, and streams

Species in the Funaria genus

Funaria wijkii, Funaria calvescens, Funaria cameruniae, Funaria capillaris, Funaria chevalieri, Funaria chilensis, Funaria commixta, Funaria costesii, Funaria delicatula, Funaria discelioides, Funaria erectiuscula, Funaria flavicans, Funaria fritzei, Funaria hosseusii, Funaria hygrometrica, Funaria incompleta, Funaria incurvifolia, Funaria inflata, Funaria kilimandscharica, Funaria laxissima, Funaria linearidens, Funaria ludoviciae, Funaria macrospora, Funaria maireana, Funaria mayottensis, Funaria megalostoma, Funaria microstoma, Funaria nubica, Funaria orizabensis, Funaria orthocarpa, Funaria polaris, Funaria porteri, Funaria pulchricolor, Funaria sartorii, Funaria schnyderi, Funaria sickenbergeri, Funaria sovatensis, Funaria spathulifolia, Funaria subplanifolia, Funaria succuleata, Funaria tenella, Funaria valdiviae, Funaria acicularis, Funaria aequidens, Funaria altissima, Funaria anomala, Funaria arctica, Funaria bogosica, Funaria euryloma, Funaria koelzei,

Species in the Funariaceae family

Brachymeniopsis gymnostoma, Bryobeckettia bartlettii, Clavitheca poeltii, Cygnicollum immersum, Entosthodon kroonkurk, Entosthodon abramovae, Entosthodon dagestanicus, Entosthodon stenophyllus, Entosthodon andicola, Entosthodon angustifolius, Entosthodon apophysatus, Entosthodon attenuatus, Entosthodon balansae, Entosthodon beccarii, Entosthodon bergianus, Entosthodon bolanderi, Entosthodon bonplandii, Entosthodon borbonicus, Entosthodon buseanus, Entosthodon californicus, Entosthodon cartilagineus, Entosthodon chiloensis, Entosthodon clavatus, Entosthodon commutatus, Entosthodon curviapiculatus, Entosthodon curvipes, Entosthodon deserticola, Entosthodon diversinervis, Entosthodon dixonii, Entosthodon dozyanus, Entosthodon drummondii, Entosthodon duriaei, Entosthodon fascicularis, Entosthodon handelii, Entosthodon hildebrandtii, Entosthodon hungaricus, Entosthodon hybridus, Entosthodon italicus, Entosthodon jamesonii, Entosthodon kochii, Entosthodon laxus, Entosthodon lepervanchei, Entosthodon limbatus, Entosthodon lindigii, Entosthodon marginatulus, Entosthodon mathewsii, Entosthodon mouretii, Entosthodon obtusifolius, Entosthodon obtusus, Entosthodon perrottetii,

References

Hugh Neville Dixon (1861-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dixon' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35160198: Based on data supplied by Bryonames