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Limbella tricostata

Limbella tricostata (Sull.) Müll.Hal. ex Broth.
Limbella tricostata
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Limbella tricostata is a species in the genus Limbella, belonging to the family Amblystegiaceae. It was first described in 1927 by Müll.Hal. ex Broth., following the original work of Sull. This moss species is part of a group of bryophytes known for their ecological significance in various habitats.

Description

Limbella tricostata is a member of the Amblystegiaceae family, a group of mosses commonly found in moist environments. The species was formally published in 1927 under the authorship of Müll.Hal. ex Broth., building on the earlier taxonomic work by Sull. The genus Limbella is characterized by specific morphological traits that distinguish it from related genera within the family. As a bryophyte, Limbella tricostata contributes to the biodiversity and ecological functions of its native habitats, often playing a role in soil stabilization and moisture retention.

Synonyms

Hypnum tricostatumSciaromium flexicauleSciaromium leptolomaceumSciaromium limbatulumSciaromium tricostatumHypnodendron intralimbatumHypnodendron leptolomaceumHypnodendron limbatulumHypnodendron tricostatumNeckera tricostataLimbella intralimbata

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