Science Source Stock Photo - Moss Spore Capsule

Moss Spore Capsule

Description: Colored scanning electron micrograph of the open peristome of a Cord Moss (Funaria hygrometrica) spore capsule or sporangium. The sporangium are amount spiraling stalks which curl up in dry conditions and unwind when they are damp. The small spherical structures are the spores which are flung away from the plant as the fringe of teeth (peristome) around the mouth of the capsule opens. Funaria hygrometrica is found worldwide and is very common especially on ground where there has been a fire. Magnification is x135 at 6x7cm or x210 at 4x5".

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Eye of Science/Science Source

Unique identifier: SS2180042

Legacy Identifier: BC8855

Type: Image

Size: 4000px × 3200px (~36 MB)

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