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Mosses

Also known as: Non-vascular land plants, Bryophytes

Mosses thrive in damp, shaded environments due to their moisture-dependent reproductive cycle. These non-vascular plants are characterized by their small, soft green bodies, often forming dense mats. They lack conventional roots, instead using threadlike rhizoids for anchorage. Their presence often indicates a moist, stable ecosystem, crucial for moisture retention and erosion control.

Scientific classification

Phylum

Mosses (Bryophyta)

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