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Lethocolea pansa

Lethocolea pansa (Taylor) G.A.M.Scott & K.G.Beckm.
Lethocolea pansa
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Lethocolea pansa is a species of moss in the family Acrobolbaceae. It was first described in 1987 by G.A.M. Scott and K.G. Beckm., based on earlier work by Taylor. The genus Lethocolea is characterized by small, acrocarpous mosses typically found in moist habitats.

Description

Lethocolea pansa belongs to the Acrobolbaceae, a family of mosses known for their small, upright growth forms. This species was formally published in 1987 by G.A.M. Scott and K.G. Beckm., who reclassified material originally described by Taylor. The genus Lethocolea includes species that are often found in damp, shaded environments, and is distinguished by features such as its leaf morphology and spore structure. Lethocolea pansa is part of a group of mosses that contribute to the biodiversity of bryophyte communities in its native range.

Synonyms

Podanthe squamataGymnanthe drummondiiPodanthe drummondiiLethocolea drummondiiLethocolea squamataSymphyomitra drummondiiCalypogeia drummondiiCalypogeia squamataJungermannia pansa

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