This website was originally created for Biology 321: Morphology and Evolution of Bryophytes at the University of British Columbia. It is now maintained for anyone with an interest in the fascinating world of bryophytes. Bryophytes—a group of non-vascular plants that includes mosses, liverworts, and hornworts— often go unnoticed, yet they play an essential role in ecosystems and contribute substantially to plant biodiversity. Remarkably, mosses rank second only to flowering plants in species diversity, highlighting the richness and ecological importance of this often-overlooked group. Whether you are a student, researcher, or nature enthusiast, I hope this site provides resources to explore and appreciate the intricate lives of these unique plants.

I am deeply grateful to be able to explore the ancestral territories of the Indigenous nations along the coast of British Columbia and acknowledge their ongoing stewardship of these lands.

The taxonomy used on this site is based on the classifications presented in Dr. Wilf Schofield’s guides, Some Common Mosses of British Columbia and Fieldguide to Liverwort Genera of Pacific North America. Where applicable, current taxonomy is also included.