tortula moss
Syntrichia calcicola J.J.Amann
Syntrichia calcicola is a species of moss in the Pottiaceae family, commonly known as tortula moss. It was first described by J.J.Amann in 1918 and is native to regions including SE, NO, and DK.
Description
Syntrichia calcicola is a member of the Pottiaceae family, a group of mosses often found in dry or calcareous habitats. This species is known by the common name tortula moss. It was scientifically described by J.J.Amann in 1918. The geographic distribution of this moss includes areas in SE, NO, and DK. As part of the genus Syntrichia, it is likely to share morphological and ecological traits with other species in the genus, such as adaptations to arid or nutrient-poor environments.
Other common names
tortula moss
Distribution
SE · NO · DK
Synonyms
Tortula ruralis subsp. calcicolaTortula ruralis var. calcicolaTortula calcicolensSyntrichia glabraSyntrichia montana subsp. calcicolaSyntrichia ruralis var. calcicolaSyntrichia ruralis subsp. calcicolensTortula ruralis subsp. calcicolensTortula calcicolaSyntrichia ruralis f. contortaSyntrichia ruralis f. planifoliaTortula ruralis f. contortaTortula ruralis var. planifolia