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Tallul campylopus moss

Scientific Name: Campylopus tallulensis

Family: Dicranaceae

Category: Moss

Growth: Nonvascular

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Tallul Campylopus Moss

Discover the fascinating world of Campylopus tallulensis, commonly known as Tallul Campylopus Moss. This nonvascular plant, belonging to the moss family Dicranaceae, offers a glimpse into the diverse world of bryophytes.

Considerations for Pets

  • Forms dark green or almost black patches that look hoary when dry.
  • Stems may grow to 5 cm long.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Campylopus tallulensis Sull. & Lesq.
  • Common Name: Tallul Campylopus Moss
  • Family: Dicranaceae
  • Group: Moss
  • Synonyms: Campylopus flexuosus auct., Campylopus surinamensis Mll. Hal . var. angustiretis (Austin) J.-P. Frahm
  • Symbol: CATA4
  • Taxon: Species

Distribution and Habitat

  • Primarily found in North America.
  • Specific locations include Tallulah Falls, Georgia, and Grandfather Mountain, North Carolina.
  • Grows on shaded rocks and wet flat rocks, particularly on riverbanks.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Forms dark green or almost black patches.
  • Appears hoary (grayish-white) when dry.
  • Stems can grow up to 5 cm in length.

Further Information

  • Check the GBIF view on Campylopus tallulensis for more plant information.
  • Explore resources such as the Encyclopedia of Life, Tropicos, Andean Bryo, Bolivia Bryophytes, Cent. Amer. Moss, and MO Bryo.