Philonotis marchica explained

Philonotis marchica is a species of moss belonging to the family Bartramiaceae.[1]

This moss species has thin, erect stems and forms a felt-like layer. The species thrives in peat bogs, on or near the water. The moss can also float. The moss is found always in very small growing places.[2]

It has almost cosmopolitan distribution. The moss is described as rare (in Europe). In the Netherlands, where it is almost non-existent, it is on the . It was in the Netherlands in the national news in January 2023, after the moss was found in Weerribben-Wieden National Park.[3]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Philonotis marchica Bridel, 1827 . www.gbif.org . 12 February 2021 . en.
  2. News: Onderzoekers ontdekken zeer zeldzame mossoort in Overijssels natuurgebied . 26 January 2023 . . 26 January 2023.
  3. News: Zeer zeldzaam mos gevonden in nationaal park in Overijssel . 26 January 2023 . . 26 January 2023.