Grimmiaceae This family grows on exposed rock, especially in alpine areas. |
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Racomitrium pruinosum Very abundant on Mt Ruapehu. The colour of this moss can vary from almost white when dry to pale green to green-brown when moistened. The leaves have very long fine hair points at the tips and this gives them the white colour when dry. |
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This image shows the teeth along the leaf margin. Also visible are the papillose cells. |
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This shows the capsules of R. pruinosum. Apparently they are quite rare! Note the twisted seta. The peristome teeth are divided into two fine threads. |
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