Kingdom:
Phylum:
Dicranidae
Order:
Grimmiales
Genus:
Species:
incrassicapsulis
ID:
1195385

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.G. Bell

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Brit. Antarct. Surv. Bull. 63: 80 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194723



Common Names

  • Grimmia incrassicapsulis
  • Incrassicapsulis Grimmia
  • Thick-walled Grimmia


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Description

Grimmia incrassicapsulis (also called ‘Incrassicapsular Grimmia Moss’, among many other common names) is a species of moss that is native to North America. It has a bright green color and grows in small, tufted clumps that are densely packed together. It grows in humid, moist environments such as rainforests and wetter parts of woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Grimmia incrassicapsulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to help retain moisture in soil and to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grimmia incrassicapsulis is small and yellow in color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, light green, and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grimmia incrassicapsulis is a species of moss that can be propagated by division or by spore. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It is best to use a soil mix that is high in organic matter and well-draining. The moss should be kept moist but not wet, and it should be fertilized occasionally with a balanced fertilizer. It is also important to keep the moss free of debris and weeds.

Where to Find Grimmia incrassicapsulis

Grimmia incrassicapsulis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of South America, Africa, and Asia.

Grimmia incrassicapsulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grimmia incrassicapsulis?

Grimmia incrassicapsulis

What type of plant is Grimmia incrassicapsulis?

Grimmia incrassicapsulis is a moss species.

Where is Grimmia incrassicapsulis found?

Grimmia incrassicapsulis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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

Bruce Graham Bell (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Bell' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35182720: Based on data supplied by Bryonames