Explore the magical world of lichens, bryophytes and ferns in Kintyre’s rainforests
Look closely and you’ll discover a miniature world of mosses, lichens, liverworts, and ferns covering every surface. These moisture-loving plants are a defining feature of Kintyre’s rainforest, adding texture, colour, and life throughout the woodland.
Thuidium tamariscinum (Moss) E Kintyre
Tree covered in mosses and lichens
Wilsons Filmy Fern E Kintyre
Lungwort
To be confirmed - possibly Hypotrachyna taylorensis? E Kintyre
Normandia pulchella (Elfs Ears) surrounded by gorgeous red liverwort (to be identified!) E Kintyre
Wilson's Filmy Fern E Kintyre
Wilson's Filmy Fern E Kintyre