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hylocomiastrum moss
Scientific Name: Hylocomiastrum umbratum
Family: Hylocomiaceae
Category: Moss
Growth: Nonvascular
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Other Names:
Hylocomiastrum umbratum
Also known as Shaded Wood-moss and commonly referred to as hylocomiastrum moss, Hylocomiastrum umbratum is a fascinating species of moss.
Considerations for Pets
- This moss has irregularly branched shoots.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Hylocomiastrum umbratum (Hedw.) Fleisch.
- Rank: Species
- Family: Hylocomiaceae
- Kingdom: (Implied, likely Plantae, but not explicitly stated)
- Synonym: Hylocomium umbratum (Hedw.) Schimp. in B.S.G.
- Alternative Scientific Names:
- Hylocomiastrum umbratum (Ehrh. ex Hedw.) M. Fleisch.
Distribution and Habitat
- The text mentions its distribution in the USA and Canada, with a distributional map available.
- It's found in shaded woods and hilly districts.
- Specifically mentioned in the islands of the Outer Hebrides in Scotland.
Morphological Characteristics
- Irregularly branched, pale green shoots.
- Shoots are 7–20 cm long.
Ecology
- Fossils indicate its presence in low-elevation forests.
- Found on banks near the base of potential hydro sites.
- Part of the hyperoceanic Hylocomiastrum umbratum group.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Found in wet woods with a well-developed moss composition.
Further Information
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS) provides information as Hylocomiastrum Fleisch. in Broth.
- Tropicos database
- Encyclopedia of Life
- NatureWatch NZ (photos)
- Introduction to the Bryophytes of BC
- Discover Life