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Carolina bruchia moss
Scientific Name: Bruchia carolinae
Family: Bruchiaceae
Category: Moss
Growth: Nonvascular
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Carolina Bruchia Moss (Bruchia carolinae)
Bruchia carolinae, commonly known as Carolina Bruchia Moss, is a small moss species belonging to the family Bruchiaceae.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Bruchia carolinae Austin
- Common Name: Carolina Bruchia Moss
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Family: Bruchiaceae
- Synonyms: The text also mentions related species and names, including Bruchia bolanderi (Bolander's Bruchia Moss), Bruchia brevifolia (Shortleaf Bruchia Moss), and Bruchia drummondii (Drummond's Bruchia Moss). Bruchia fusca is also mentioned.
Distribution and Habitat
- The text indicates that Bruchia carolinae is found in North America, specifically in North Carolina.
- Mentions other locations where related species may be present, such as Texas.
Morphological Characteristics
- Bruchia carolinae is described as one of the smallest species within its genus.
- Key features include a very short seta and a papillose calyptra.
Cytological Information
- A 1956 study by Bryan mentions the cytotaxonomy of Bruchia, which may be of interest to researchers.
Related Plants
- Bolander's Bruchia Moss (Bruchia bolanderi)
- Shortleaf Bruchia Moss (Bruchia brevifolia)
- Drummond's Bruchia Moss (Bruchia drummondii)
- Hall's Bruchia Moss
Further Information
- The Encyclopedia of Life is mentioned as a resource for more information on Bruchia drummondii and related species.
- Duke Bryology Laboratory is referenced, which may hold specimen records and further botanical information.
- The Moss Flora of North America publication is listed as a source of moss information.