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bryoandersonia moss
Scientific Name: Bryoandersonia illecebra
Family: Brachytheciaceae
Category: Moss
Growth: Nonvascular
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Bryoandersonia illecebra: A Detailed Look
Bryoandersonia illecebra, commonly known as Bryoandersonia Moss or Spoon-leaved Moss, is a fascinating species belonging to the moss family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Bryoandersonia illecebra (Hedw.) H. Rob.
- Common Names: Bryoandersonia Moss, Spoon-leaved Moss, Worm Moss
- Family: Brachytheciaceae
- Genus: Bryoandersonia
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: The text indicates the species name and author citation as Bryoandersonia illecebra (Hedw.) H. Rob. and variations such as Bryoandersonia illecebra (Hedw.) Robins.
Distribution and Habitat
Bryoandersonia illecebra is found mostly on soil, especially on soil banks. It has been observed in locations such as Alum Creek State Park and The Moss Farm in Raleigh, NC. It's also reported to be in Ontario, Canada and Charles Co. and Harford, Maryland.
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a fairly robust moss.
- Spoon-leaved moss is shiny and contrasts.
- Deep green in color when grown in shaded areas.
Ecological Role
In Canada, the Spoon-leaved Moss (Bryoandersonia illecebra) has been assessed by COSEWIC and is considered an endangered species occurring in southern Ontario.
Further Information
For more information, you can consult resources like Wikispecies, the British Database of World Flora and Fauna, the Encyclopedia of Life, and COSEWIC assessment reports.