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A Synopsis of the British Mosses / Containing Descriptions of All the Genera and Species, (With Localities of the Rarer Ones) Found in Great Britain and Ireland, Based Upon Wilson's "Bryologia Britannica," Schimper's "Synopsis," Etc. cover

A Synopsis of the British Mosses / Containing Descriptions of All the Genera and Species, (With Localities of the Rarer Ones) Found in Great Britain and Ireland, Based Upon Wilson's "Bryologia Britannica," Schimper's "Synopsis," Etc.

Chapter 1: A Synopsis OF The British Mosses, CONTAINING DESCRIPTIONS OF ALL THE GENERA AND SPECIES, (WITH LOCALITIES OF THE RARER ONES) FOUND IN GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND, BASED UPON WILSON’S “BRYOLOGIA BRITANNICA,” SCHIMPER’S “SYNOPSIS,” ETC.
By Charles C. P. Hobkirk
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This work provides a comprehensive overview of the various genera and species of mosses found in Great Britain and Ireland. It includes detailed descriptions based on extensive examination and comparison with established texts in bryology. The content is structured to serve both experienced bryologists and beginners, featuring a systematic arrangement of species along with localities for rarer varieties. An appendix addresses additional species and nomenclature updates. The author expresses gratitude to contributors and emphasizes the importance of collaboration in moss collection and study, aiming to enhance the understanding of moss distribution across the region.

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Title: A Synopsis of the British Mosses

Author: Charles C. P. Hobkirk

Release date: June 27, 2021 [eBook #65710]
Most recently updated: October 18, 2024

Language: English

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A Synopsis
OF
The British Mosses,
CONTAINING DESCRIPTIONS OF ALL THE
GENERA AND SPECIES,
(WITH LOCALITIES OF THE RARER ONES)
FOUND IN
GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND,
BASED UPON
WILSON’S “BRYOLOGIA BRITANNICA,”
SCHIMPER’S “SYNOPSIS,” ETC.

By CHAS. P. HOBKIRK,
President of the Huddersfield Naturalists’ Society.
LONDON:
L. REEVE & CO.,
5, Henrietta Street, Covent Garden.
MDCCCLXXIII.