Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Funariales
Genus:
Species:
spathulifolia
ID:
1173506

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cardot & Thér.) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 1204 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172844

Common Names

  • Funaria spathulifolia
  • Gemmabryum spathulifolium
  • Gemmabryum moss

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Description

Funaria spathulifolia (also called Funaria hygrometrica var. spathulifolia, among many other common names) is a moss species that is found in temperate and tropical regions of the world. It has a thin, bright green stem with a single row of leaves. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape and have a pointed tip. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Funaria spathulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Funaria spathulifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers with a yellowish-green calyx. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, unbranched stem with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Funaria spathulifolia is a small moss that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spore sowing. Division should be done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Spore sowing should be done in spring or fall when the temperature is mild. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a cool, humid environment until they germinate.

Where to Find Funaria spathulifolia

Funaria spathulifolia is native to Europe and can be found in damp, shady places.

Funaria spathulifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Funaria spathulifolia?

Funaria spathulifolia

What type of plant is Funaria spathulifolia?

Funaria spathulifolia is a type of moss.

Where is Funaria spathulifolia found?

Funaria spathulifolia is found in Europe and North America.

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

Jules Cardot (1860-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cardot' in the authors string.
Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35145673: Based on data supplied by Bryonames