Plagiochila semidecurrens

Marchantiophyta
Plagiochila semidecurrens (Lehm. & Lindenb.) Lindenb. (Plagiochilaceae)
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Infrequent

Distinguishing Features

Plagiochila semidecurrens is an uncommon plant of very wet habitats, where its horizontal stems are laden with drooping, roundly folded and very toothy leaves that are shiny when dry. The spine-like teeth are unique for the genus on account of their number (many!) and length (up to 6 cells long).

Similar species

Habitat

Moist to wet mineral soil, rock outcrops, boulders, cliffs, streambanks, and tree trunks (esp. alder, cedar) in the lowland, montane, and subalpine zones

Associated species

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