Tortula californica
California screw-moss
Family: Pottiaceae · Type: BRYO
Conservation status: CNPS 1B.2
Tortula californica (California screw-moss) is a California bryo in the Pottiaceae family.
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Identification and appearance
Key characters: Differentiators are not available at this time.
Conservation status
CNPS 1B.2
How to tell it apart
Differentiators are not available at this time.
Frequently asked questions
What plant family does Tortula californica belong to?
Tortula californica is in the Pottiaceae family, genus Tortula.
Is Tortula californica rare or endangered?
Tortula californica carries California Rare Plant Rank 1B.2, state rank S2?.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: CDFW CNDDB
Last updated 2026-10-07
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