Lichens; Mosses, Liverworts & Hornworts
Mosses, Liverworts & Hornworts
Sighting 1941894

Grimmia sp.

A moss at Symonston, ACT

Grimmia sp. at Symonston, ACT - 23 Jul 2013 02:55 PM
Grimmia sp. at Symonston, ACT - 23 Jul 2013 02:55 PM
Grimmia sp. at Symonston, ACT - 23 Jul 2013 02:55 PM
Grimmia sp. at Symonston, ACT - 23 Jul 2013 02:55 PM
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Identification history

Grimmia sp. 19 Jun 2015 MichaelMulvaney
Grimmia sp. 17 Jun 2015 Heino
Unverified 16 Jun 2015 Mike

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Heino wrote:
   17 Jun 2015
The genus Grimmia is found worldwide and it is a moss that you are likely to find in harsh, exposed areas. When dry it has a grey colour but, with a little moisture the leaves unfold from the stem and the colony becomes green. The close-up shows numerous yellowish spore capsules. Around Canberra you'll find it in exposed habitats, in particular on well-lit boulders, tiled roofs and brick/stone retaining walls around suburban car parks.

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Species information

  • Grimmia sp. Scientific name
  • A moss Common name
  • Not Sensitive
  • Local native
  • Non-invasive or negligible
  • Up to 808.42m Recorded at altitude
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