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barbula moss

Scientific Name: Barbula unguiculata

Family: Pottiaceae

Category: Moss

Growth: Nonvascular

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Barbula unguiculata: Bird's-claw Beard-moss

Barbula unguiculata, commonly known as barbula moss, is a species of moss belonging to the Pottiaceae family. It is also known as Bird's-claw Beard-moss.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Barbula unguiculata Hedw.
  • Family: Pottiaceae
  • Group: Moss
  • Synonyms:
    • Barbula unguiculata f. apiculata (Hedw.) Mnk.
    • Barbula unguiculata f. propagulosa Crum.
  • Symbol: BARBU2

Distribution and Habitat

  • In California, Barbula species are described as rather uncommon plants of disturbed or semi-desert sites.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Grows in distinctive, bright yellow-green turfs up to 1.5 cm tall.
  • Leaves are usually 1.5 to 2 mm long and spread away from the stem when moist.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • A new species, Pythium barbulae, was isolated from a non-symptomatic Barbula unguiculata specimen.

Further Information

  • USDA PLANTS Database: Provides information on Barbula species distribution in the USA.
  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS): Offers taxonomic information on Barbula convoluta.
  • GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility): Provides a global view of Barbula indica occurrences.