A day course on the mosses and liverworts of heathland with Martin Godfrey.
Mosses and Liverworts are traditionally seen as a difficult group of plants to identify as they are small, have no flowers, and can look quite similar. They are abundant, if sometimes obscure, in many habitats and some Genera, such as Sphagnum, or Bog Moss, are excellent ecological indicators. This one-day workshop will provide an introduction to this diverse group based on common species to be found in heaths and related vegetation. At the end of the session, you should be familiar with the main features of mosses and liverworts and the structures used separate out the species. You will also have an opportunity to dissect and examine specimens under the compound microscope.
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Cost: £45.00