Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schwägr.) Bruch & Schimp.
Source:
tro
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Bryol. Eur. 3: 119. 247 (fasc. 25–28 Mon. 17. 11) 1845
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001173521
Common Names
- Grimmia Funalis
- Fungus-Like Grimmia
- Grimmia Moss
Description
Grimmia funalis (also called Grimmia funalis, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, tufted moss with a reddish-brown stem and leaves that are curved and have a pointed tip. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Grimmia funalis is used in landscaping and horticulture, as a decorative ground cover, and as an ornamental plant in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grimmia funalis has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are tiny and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grimmia funalis can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady areas and should be grown in a soil that is rich in organic matter. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be kept moist but not wet. It is best to water it in the morning and avoid overwatering. It should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Grimmia funalis
Grimmia funalis can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Grimmia genus
Grimmia texicana,
Grimmia vaginulata,
Grimmia percarinata,
Grimmia abyssinica,
Grimmia alpestris,
Grimmia americana,
Grimmia anodon,
Grimmia anomala,
Grimmia arctica,
Grimmia arenaria,
Grimmia arizonae,
Grimmia atrata,
Grimmia austrofunalis,
Grimmia bicolor,
Grimmia caespiticia,
Grimmia camonia,
Grimmia capillata,
Grimmia crinita,
Grimmia crinitoleucophaea,
Grimmia cyathocarpa,
Grimmia decipiens,
Grimmia donniana,
Grimmia elatior,
Grimmia elongata,
Grimmia funalis,
Grimmia fuscolutea,
Grimmia gebhardii,
Grimmia hamulosa,
Grimmia handelii,
Grimmia hartmanii,
Grimmia herzogii,
Grimmia humilis,
Grimmia incurva,
Grimmia involucrata,
Grimmia khasiana,
Grimmia kidderi,
Grimmia laevigata,
Grimmia leibergii,
Grimmia lisae,
Grimmia longicaulis,
Grimmia longirostris,
Grimmia macrotheca,
Grimmia mariniana,
Grimmia mollis,
Grimmia montana,
Grimmia moxleyi,
Grimmia muehlenbeckii,
Grimmia navicularis,
Grimmia nepalensis,
Grimmia nivalis,
Species in the Grimmiaceae family
Bucklandiella shevockii,
Bucklandiella allanfifei,
Bucklandiella pycnotricha,
Bucklandiella elegans,
Bucklandiella angustissima,
Bucklandiella depressa,
Bucklandiella dichelymoides,
Bucklandiella subcrispipila,
Bucklandiella crumiana,
Bucklandiella araucana,
Bucklandiella affinis,
Bucklandiella afoninae,
Bucklandiella albipilifera,
Bucklandiella angustifolia,
Bucklandiella brevipes,
Bucklandiella compactula,
Bucklandiella crispipila,
Bucklandiella cucullatula,
Bucklandiella cucullatifolia,
Bucklandiella cylindropyxis,
Bucklandiella decurrens,
Bucklandiella didyma,
Bucklandiella elliptica,
Bucklandiella emersa,
Bucklandiella fuscescens,
Bucklandiella fuscolutea,
Bucklandiella gracillima,
Bucklandiella grimmioides,
Bucklandiella heterosticha,
Bucklandiella heterostichoides,
Bucklandiella himalayana,
Bucklandiella joseph-hookeri,
Bucklandiella laeta,
Bucklandiella lamprocarpa,
Bucklandiella lawtonae,
Bucklandiella lepervanchei,
Bucklandiella lusitanica,
Bucklandiella macounii,
Bucklandiella membranacea,
Bucklandiella microcarpa,
Bucklandiella minuta,
Bucklandiella nitidula,
Bucklandiella obesa,
Bucklandiella obtusa,
Bucklandiella occidentalis,
Bucklandiella ochracea,
Bucklandiella orthotrichacea,
Bucklandiella pachydictyon,
Bucklandiella vulcanicola,
Bucklandiella pacifica,