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barbula moss
Scientific Name: Barbula
Family: Pottiaceae
Category: Moss
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Barbula Moss
The genus Barbula encompasses several species of moss, commonly referred to as "barbula moss." This entry will discuss general information gathered across multiple species within this genus.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Barbula (followed by the specific epithet for individual species, e.g., Barbula unguiculata)
- Common Name: barbula moss, beard-moss
- Family: Pottiaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
- Synonyms:
- Barbula unguiculata f. apiculata (Hedw.) Mnk. (synonym for Barbula unguiculata)
- Barbula unguiculata f. propagulosa Crum. (synonym for Barbula unguiculata)
- Barbula convoluta (convoluted barbula moss)
Distribution and Habitat
- In California, Barbula species are relatively uncommon and are found in disturbed or semi-desert sites.
- Barbula unguiculata was also found from a road margin in Osaka, Japan.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Some species, like Barbula unguiculata, grow in distinctive, bright yellow-green turfs, reaching up to 1.5 cm in height.
- The leaves of Barbula unguiculata are typically 1.5 to 2 mm long and spread away from the stem when moist.
- Barbula convoluta forms cushions or tufts on substrates.
- Barbula caespitosa, also known as Tufted Barbula Moss, is common and variable, often found on the roots of trees in grassy areas.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- A new species of Pythium, Pythium barbulae, was isolated from a non-symptomatic Barbula unguiculata.
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS Database: http://plants.usda.gov
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility)