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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juniper haircap moss
Polytrichum juniperinum, commonly known as juniper haircap or juniper polytrichum moss, is an evergreen and perennial species of moss that is widely distributed, growing on every continent including Antarctica.
Long-stalked Haircap Moss
Polytrichum longisetum is a species of Polytrichaceae. It is found in cooler areas of both the Southern and Northern hemispheres.
Common Haircap Moss
Polytrichum commune (also known as common haircap, great golden maidenhair, great goldilocks, common haircap moss, or common hair moss) is a species of moss found in many regions with high humidity and rainfall. The species can be exceptionally tall for a moss with stems often exceeding 30 cm (12 in) though rarely reaching 70 cm (27.5 in), but ...more ↓
Bog Haircap Moss
Polytrichum strictum, commonly known as bog haircap moss or strict haircap, is an evergreen and perennial species of moss native to Sphagnum bogs and other moist habitats in temperate climates. It has a circumboreal distribution, and is also found in South America and Antarctica.
Urn Hair Moss
Pogonatum urnigerum is a species of moss in the family Polytrichaceae, commonly called urn haircap. It can be found on gravelly banks and similar habitats and can be identified by the blue tinge to the overall green colour.
