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Canary bryum moss

Scientific Name: Bryum canariense

Family: Bryaceae

Category: Moss

Growth: Nonvascular

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Bryum canariense: Canary Bryum Moss

Bryum canariense, commonly known as Canary Bryum Moss or Canary Thread-moss, is a nonvascular plant belonging to the moss family.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Bryum canariense Brid.
  • Family: Bryaceae
  • Order: Bryales
  • Rank: Species
  • Taxonomic Serial No.: 547619
  • Synonyms: Bryum provinciale (implied, based on Dutch and Latin name equivalence)
  • Name Form: Well-

Distribution and Habitat

  • Bryum canariense is found in various locations including the Canary Islands, Spain, and Italy.
  • It has been observed growing on calcium-rich northern dune slopes.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Bryum canariense is a nonvascular plant (moss).

Resources and Further Information

  • USDA, NRCS. 2009. Distributional map available.
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • British Bryological Society Checklist of British and Irish Bryophytes
  • NBNSYS0000036607