Bryophytes Collection

Avalanche Creek, Glacier National Park, Montana USA

Oak woodland on Dartmoor

Moss capsule (Homalothecium sericeum) SEM
Moss spore capsule. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of the open mouth of a capsule (spore case) of a the moss Homalothecium sericeum

Mosses and lichens covering boulders in granite drystone wall, Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Deeside, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, october

False colour SEM of moss leaves; green
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of a vegetative shoot of the moss Physcomitrella patens

Purple-fringed Riccia (Ricciocarpos natans, Ricciocarpus natans), Germany

Muscinae, 1899-1904 (colour litho)
999869 Muscinae, 1899-1904 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Kunstformen der NaturA (Art Forms in NatureA, 1899-1904)

Mountain fern moss (Hylocomium splendens) on forest floor. Photographed in a Scots pine forest in Glen Quoich, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK, in August

Apple moss (Bartrimia pomiformis) with spore capsules, Inverness-shire, Scotland, UK

Waterfalls and abundant mosses (Cratoneuron commutatum) and (Bryum ventricosum) growing on the Labudovac barrier, Upper Lakes, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia, October 2008

Close-up of Sphagnum moss (Sphagnum sp) Flow Country, Sutherland, Highlands, Scotland, UK, July

Troll face in Polytrichum moss (Polytrichum sp. )
Troll face in Polytrichum moss (Polytrichum sp.)

Umbrella Moss (Leucolepis acanthoneuron) female gametophytes, growing in Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens) forest, Humboldt Redwoods State Park, Avenue of the Giants, North California, U.S.A

Haircap moss (Polytrichum juniperinum)
Juniper haircap moss (Polytrichum juniperinum). Close-up of juniper haircap moss, showing male plants and female plants with archegonia, which contain the female eggs (ova)

Moss spore capsule SEM C013 / 5124
Moss spore capsule. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of part of the opening mouth of a capsule (spore case) of moss

Bog moss, SEM
Bog moss. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of bog moss (Sphagnum sp.). Magnification: x350 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Leaf of Sphagnum moss
Light micrograph of the leaf of the bog moss, Sphagnum sp.. A continuous network of true cells (green) surrounds numerous wide, partitioned chambers (white)

Wall Screw-moss (Tortula muralis) frost covered spore capsules, growing on concrete wall, Powys, Wales, January

Juniper-leaved Hair Moss (Polytrichum juniperinum) male plants with archegonia, Exmoor N.P. Somerset, England, march

Moss growing on fallen tree trunk in woodland, Vicarage Plantation, Mendlesham, Suffolk, England, november

Hair Moss (Polytrichum sp. ) understory in Birch (Betula sp)
Hair Moss (Polytrichum sp.) understory in Birch (Betula sp.) scrub woodland on former coal mine site, Hesledon Moor West (South Hetton), County Durham, England, july

Greater Matted Thread-moss (Bryum capillare) with fruiting capsules, growing on rocks in shady woodland, England, april

Common Feather-moss (Eurhynchium praelongum) growing on tree trunk in shady woodland, England, april

Maiden Hair Moss (Polytrichum commune) fruiting capsules, growing in peat bog, Derbyshire, England, april

Recurved Peat Moss (Sphagnum recurvum) growing on peaty moorland, Cumbria, England, august

Wistmans Wood, Dartmoor
Light rain falling in Wistmans Wood, Dartmoor. This wood is one of three surviving remnants of ancient woodland in Dartmoor

Earth ball fungus, light micrograph
Earth ball fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the fruiting body of an earth ball (Scleroderma vulgare) mushroom

Boletus fungus, light micrograph
Boletus fungus. Light micrograph of a section through tissue from the fruiting body of a Boletus sp

Mnium moss, light micrograph
Mnium moss. Light micrograph of Mnium punctatum moss showing its leaves, which are composed of a single layer of cells full of chloroplasts

Mnium moss. Close-up of Mnium punctatum moss showing its leaves, which are composed of a single layer of cells full of chloroplasts

Shining hookeria moss, light micrograph
Shining Hookeria moss. Dark field light micrograph of a section through shining hookeria (Hookeria luscens) moss, showing the stem and leaves

Plant group specimens, artwork
Plant group specimens. Preserved specimens of four plant groups

Mosses after forest fire
Mosses growing one year after a forest fire. At left is Ceratodon purpureus (yellow), while at right is Polytrichum formosum (green)

Plant regrowth after forest fire
Plant regrowth one year after a forest fire

Moss stems, light micrograph. Transverse section through stems of a cord moss (Polytrichum commune). The outside of the stems, the epidermis, is made up of thick-walled cells

Liverwort spore capsule, light micrograph

Moss reproductive parts, light micrograph. Longitudinal section through the antheridial cup (male reproductive parts) of a cord moss (Polytrichum commure)

Liverwort spore elaters, light micrograph. Transverse section through the sporangium of a liverwort (Pellia epiphylla)

Moss spore capsule, light micrograph
Moss spore capsule, polarised light micrograph. Longitudinal section through a spore capsule from a fire moss (Funaria hygrometrica)

Liverwort spores, light micrograph. Transverse section through the sporangium of a liverwort (Pellia epiphylla). Part of the sporangiums outer wall is at left

Moss plants, close-up. Mosses (phylum Bryophyta) are small plants that lack true roots, woody tissue and flowers. They grow in damp places worldwide

Bog moss, overhead view
Bog moss (Sphagnum sp.) overhead view. Moss is a non-vascular plant. Sphagnum mosses grow in moist places, such as bogs and ponds, most particularly in acid conditions

Breutelia pendula moss
Breutelia pendula. A forest moss. New Zealand

Moss covered tree stump

Male shoot of cord moss. Light micrograph of the top of a male shoot of the cord moss (Polytrichum commune). Antheridia (purple stain) are the male reproductive organs produce male gametes

Peat mosses (Sphagnum sp. )
Peat mosses (Sphagnum sp.) in frost. Photographed in the New Forest, UK, in November

Peat moss (Sphagnum sp. )
Peat moss (Sphagnum sp.) on a rock (centre) amongst marsh hair moss (Polytrichum commune), other mosses, sedges and grasses. Photographed in Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK

Ferns and mosses on a stone wall. Photographed near Loch Duich in north west Scotland

Moss spore capsules, one bearing a droplet of water. Mosses grow on rocks, walls and trees. The plants grow to 1-5cm tall

Moss-covered truck

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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Bryophytes: Nature's Carpet of Life" Discover the enchanting world of bryophytes, small but mighty plants that thrive in diverse environments across the globe. From the serene Avalanche Creek in Glacier National Park, Montana USA to the ancient Oak woodland on Dartmoor, these resilient organisms find their place amidst breathtaking landscapes. In Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, Deeside, witness a stunning display as mosses and lichens gracefully cover boulders in a granite drystone wall. Their intricate patterns create an awe-inspiring tapestry that speaks volumes about nature's artistry. Zooming closer into this miniature realm, explore the fascinating structure of moss capsules like Homalothecium sericeum through scanning electron microscopy (SEM). These tiny wonders hold within them the potential for new life and growth. The vibrant green hues of moss leaves come alive under false color SEM imaging. Such captivating visuals remind us of the beauty hidden within even the tiniest corners of our natural world. Venturing further north to Inverness-shire, Scotland UK, encounter Bartrimia pomiformis or Apple moss with its delicate spore capsules. This species showcases nature's ability to adapt and flourish even in harsh climates. Transport yourself back in time with Muscinae lithographs from 1899-1904. These colorful illustrations capture both scientific accuracy and artistic expression while showcasing various bryophyte species' diversity. Waterfalls become living canvases for Cratoneuron commutatum and Bryum ventricosum as they grow abundantly alongside rushing streams. The juxtaposition between cascading water and lush greenery creates a mesmerizing sight that soothes both mind and soul. Journeying to Flow Country in Sutherland Highlands, Scotland reveals another marvel – Sphagnum moss up close. Its intricate structures play a vital role in maintaining wetland ecosystems by retaining water and providing a habitat for countless organisms.