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
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.
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 Racomitrium genus
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,