Hypnodendraceae This family contains many of the "umbrella" mosses which are often observed in the bush. They often form attractive clumps which catch the eye |
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This one is often found in large groupings on banks and small stumps. It not very "umbrella-like" but is still recognisable as belonging to this group. |
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The seta (stalk holding the capsule) is arched, as shown in this image. |
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This species has a more distinct umbrella look than the previous one. It can form large attractive patches on banks alongside tracks. It also has a short stem covered in tomentum (a thick covering of rhizoids).
It can be difficult to separate from some of the other umbrella mosses, but if you have access to a microscope, it is easy to see square crystals in the leaf nerve - a distinguishing feature for this species. |
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This species is larger than the other ones shown on this page. It has a fluffy look to it. It has clusters of sporophytes as shown in this photo. |
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This one looks very similar to H. colensoi - I find them difficult to tell apart. However this one has a smooth stem, and no square crystals in the base of the nerve of the leaves. |
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This species doesn't have the umbrella form of other members of this family. It is an epiphytic moss. It is toothed on the back of the nerve. |
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