Kingdom:
Phylum:
Funariidae
Order:
Funariales
Genus:
Species:
capillaris
ID:
1173296

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 57: 92. 27 1, k 1915

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001172634



Common Names

  • Funaria capillaris
  • Capillaris Moss
  • Hair-like Moss


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Description

Funaria capillaris (also called Funaria hygrometrica var. capillaris, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is native to Europe, North America, and Asia. It has a yellow-green color and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Funaria capillaris is a species of moss that is commonly used in landscaping and gardening. It is a low-growing, evergreen plant that is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is easy to maintain. It is often used as a ground cover or as an accent plant in rock gardens. It is also used to line pathways and as an edging plant for flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Funaria capillaris are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and fragile.

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Where to Find Funaria capillaris

Funaria capillaris can be found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Funaria capillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Funaria capillaris?

Funaria capillaris

What is the common name of Funaria capillaris?

Hairy Funaria

What is the habitat of Funaria capillaris?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands, meadows, and grassy areas.

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

Carl Warnstorf (1837-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warnst.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35145365: Based on data supplied by Bryonames