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Lesser spikemoss

Selaginella densa

Description:

This lycophyte forms mats or cushions of creeping stems which fork into small, upright branches. The green, linear or lance-shaped leaves are up to 5 millimeters long including the short, soft bristles on the tips. They are flattened to the stem. The strobili at the ends of the stems can be up to 3 or 4 centimeters long.

Habitat:

Rocky outcrops in foothills of Santa Catalina Mts.

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joanbstanley
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joanbstanley

Tucson, Arizona, USA

Spotted on Nov 3, 2013
Submitted on Nov 30, 2013

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