Often described as plurifarious , meaning they are arranged in many spiral rows around the stem. They vary in shape from lanceolate to spoon-shaped and typically feature a prominent central midrib (costa).
Like other bryophytes, they reproduce via spores. When present, the spore-bearing capsule is often held on an elongated stalk (seta) and is typically pear-shaped and pendulous. bryales
They are non-vascular, lacking a complex internal conducting system. Instead of true roots, they use rhizoids for anchorage and absorb moisture directly through their leaves. Taxonomy and Diversity Often described as plurifarious , meaning they are