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campylopus moss
Scientific Name: Campylopus subulatus
Family: Dicranaceae
Category: Moss
Growth: Nonvascular
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Other Names:
Campylopus introflexus
Also known as Heath Star-moss, Campylopus introflexus is a species of moss with a distinctive appearance.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Campylopus introflexus (Hedw.) Brid.
- Family: Dicranaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Common Name: Heath star moss
- Synonyms: (The provided text does not list specific synonyms beyond the scientific name, but notes "Synonyms" suggesting they exist.)
Distribution and Habitat
- Campylopus introflexus is native to the southern hemisphere, specifically southern South America.
- It has become an invasive species in Europe and North America.
- It thrives in acidic and nutrient-poor sandy soils with sparse vegetation, such as coastal dune systems.
- It has also been found growing in cracks in slate roofs.
- Documented in locations such as Germany, Netherlands, Lithuania, and Iceland.
Ecological Role
- Campylopus introflexus is considered an invasive species.
- Its spread can endanger natural vegetation.
- It is adapted to acidic and nutrient-poor sandy soils, allowing it to colonize disturbed areas.
Morphological Characteristics
- It forms dark green or almost black patches that appear hoary (grayish-white) when dry.
- Stems may grow up to 5 cm long.
Biochemical Characteristics
- It has been found to produce isoprene. Biochemical characterization of an isoprene synthase from Campylopus introflexus (heath star moss).
Interactions with Other Organisms
- In peatlands, fungal diversity can be impacted by the presence of invasive Campylopus introflexus, and other plants.
Resources and Further Information
- USDA, NRCS. The PLANTS Database. National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA, USA.
- Encyclopedia of Life
- British Database of World Flora