Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Species:
lanuginosum
ID:
1172778

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hedw.) Brid.

Source:
tro

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Muscol. Recent. Suppl. 4: 79 1819

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172116

Common Names

  • Racomitrium Lanuginosum
  • Woolly Racomitrium
  • Fuzzy Racomitrium

Searching for Racomitrium lanuginosum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Racomitrium lanuginosum (also called woolly moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It is a small, light green moss with a thin, woolly texture. It grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Racomitrium lanuginosum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to thrive in acidic soils. It is also used to help prevent soil erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Racomitrium lanuginosum var. robustum (Lindb.) Limpr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Racomitrium lanuginosum has small, yellow flowers that appear in early spring. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Racomitrium lanuginosum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Racomitrium lanuginosum is a species of moss that is found in a wide variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands. It is a low-growing plant that forms dense mats of foliage. It can be propagated by division or spore sowing. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can tolerate some drought. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Racomitrium lanuginosum

Racomitrium lanuginosum is found in moist, shady areas in the northern hemisphere, such as in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia.

Racomitrium lanuginosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Racomitrium lanuginosum?

Racomitrium lanuginosum

What type of plant is Racomitrium lanuginosum?

Moss

Where is Racomitrium lanuginosum found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

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

Johann Hedwig (1730-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedw.' in the authors string.
Samuel Elisée Bridel-Brideri (1762-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brid.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35144701: Based on data supplied by Bryonames