Clubmosses of Dartmoor: Relicts of an Ancient Past

By Helen Bruce | April 4, 2025 |

Dartmoor’s moorland and mires are home to a diverse range of upland-adapted plant species, many of which have survived for millennia in this dynamic ecosystem. Among this diverse flora are the ancient clubmosses—small but fascinating relicts of a prehistoric era when their ancestors dominated the planet’s forests. While clubmosses may resemble mosses, they are, in…

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Plant Of The Month: Cladonia Lichens

By Helen Bruce | February 24, 2025 |

Cladonia Lichens: Nature’s Miniature ForestsThis month because most plants are tricky to find and identify, we’re looking at Dartmoor’s fascinating array of montane lichens. Among the most intriguing are those from the genus Cladonia, known for their striking, miniature forest-like appearance. These lichens though inconspicuous and often overlooked, play a crucial role in Dartmoor’s upland…

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