Description
Grimmia humilis (also called low Grimm's moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the Grimmiaceae family. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a prostrate growth form. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in a variety of habitats, including rock crevices, soil, and tree bark.
Uses & Benefits
Grimmia humilis is used in landscaping and horticulture, as a decorative ground cover, and as an ornamental plant in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Grimmia humilis has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, short, curved leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Grimmia humilis is a small moss that grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops. It is a low-growing, mat-forming species that spreads by spores. It can be propagated by division or by sowing spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.