Bryophyta (Mosses) of Vancouver Island
This is the iNaturalist list of moss species of Vancouver Island (January, 2023). I will fill in species descriptions as I make observations or receive feedback.
If you would like to contribute to the guide, get in contact with me and I could also make you an editor.
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fan moss
Rhizomnium glabrescens, also called fan moss or large leafy moss, is a species of moss in the genus Rhizomnium.
Menzies' Tree Moss
Leucolepis acanthoneura is a species of moss in the family Mniaceae. It is known as leucolepis umbrella moss or Menzies' tree moss (from its synonym, Leucolepis menziesii). It is endemic to the Pacific Coast in Canada and the United States.
Badge Moss
Plagiomnium insigne, the badge moss or coastal leafy moss, is a species of moss found on humus in moist, shaded, lowland forests. It can also be found on soil along trails and other shaded, open areas. The moss sometimes forms lush, extensive mats.
Silvery Bryum
Bryum argenteum, the silvergreen bryum moss, is a species of moss in the family Bryaceae. An adaptable plant, it is found in many parts of the world, including Europe, North America, the deserts of Australia and in Antarctica.
magnificent leafy moss
Plagiomnium venustum, also known as magnificent leafy moss, is a species of moss belonging to the family Mniaceae. It is found mainly in western North America along the coastal region. This moss can be identified from other members of the Plagiomnium genus by dark coloured stomata guide cells and the absence of sterile stems. It is most commonly found growing as a mat on ...more ↓
Dotted Thyme-moss
Rhizomnium punctatum, also called dotted thyme-moss, is a small species in the genus Rhizomnium.
