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campylopus moss
Scientific Name: Campylopus
Family: Dicranaceae
Category: Moss
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Campylopus introflexus: Heath Star-moss
Campylopus introflexus, commonly known as heath star-moss, is a species of moss belonging to the Dicranaceae family.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions the plant forming dense patches, which might be of interest to pets that like to forage or dig.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Campylopus introflexus (Hedw.) Brid.
- Family: Dicranaceae
- Order: Dicranales
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Common Names: Heath star-moss, campylopus moss
- Synonyms: (The provided text alludes to the existence of synonyms but doesn't list them explicitly.)
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the southern hemisphere, particularly southern South America.
- An invasive species found in Europe and North America.
- Often found in acidic and nutrient-poor sandy soils with sparse vegetation.
- Can be found in coastal dune systems and disturbed peatlands.
- Observed growing on sand dunes in Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia.
- Also observed on stone roofs and geothermal areas.
Ecological Role
- Campylopus introflexus is an invasive moss.
- Its presence can endanger natural vegetation.
- It is adapted to acidic, nutrient-poor soils, allowing it to thrive where other plants may struggle.
- Moss-encroachment by Campylopus introflexus has been observed in various ecosystems.
Morphological Characteristics
- Forms dark green or almost black patches that look hoary (grayish-white) when dry.
- Stems may grow up to 5 cm long.
- Dry hair points are reflexed.
Quirky Facts
- The moss was observed growing on stone roofs.
- It has a rapid spread, colonizing Europe in 1941 and North America in 1975.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The text mentions studies on the impact of the moss on seedlings and bare ground, suggesting an interaction with plant life.
- Studies have explored fungal diversity under Campylopus introflexus in peatlands.
Further Information
- USDA, NRCS The PLANTS Database.