Grimmia pilifera - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilifera
ID:
1174416
Status:
valid
Authors:
P. Beauv.
Source:
tro
Year:
1805
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Aethéogam. 58 1805
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001173754
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Grimmia pilifera (also called Pilifera's Grimmia, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Grimmiaceae family. It is a small, tufted moss with a yellow-green color. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Grimmia pilifera has been used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a soil conditioner.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grimmia pilifera has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Grimmia pilifera is a small moss that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by spores. The moss prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to keep the soil slightly acidic and moist. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Grimmia pilifera
Grimmia pilifera can be found in Europe and North America.
Grimmia pilifera FAQ
What type of habitat does Grimmia pilifera prefer?
Grimmia pilifera prefers moist, shady habitats, such as rocks, tree trunks, and soil.
What type of climate does Grimmia pilifera prefer?
Grimmia pilifera prefers cool, humid climates.
What is the lifespan of Grimmia pilifera?
Grimmia pilifera has an average lifespan of 5-7 years.
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,
References
Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35147210: Based on data supplied by Bryonames