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''Bryomorphe'' is a monotypic genus〔Koekemoer , M. (''Bryomorphe aretioides''. ) South African National Biodiversity Institute. 2004.〕 of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae, containing the single species ''Bryomorphe aretioides''. It is endemic to South Africa, where it grows in sandstone fynbos in the Western Cape.〔(''Bryomorphe aretioides''. ) Red List of South African Plants. South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI).〕 This is a compact, tufted plant that superficially resembles a patch of moss. It forms a mound just a few centimeters tall. The branches are covered in small, linear leaves. The flower heads each contain 6 or 7 white ray florets and 7 to 9 red disc florets. The fruit has a plumelike white pappus.〔 The species grows in exposed, rocky habitat, anchoring in thin soil accumulated in rock crevices. It tolerates cold temperatures, dry conditions, wind, and snow.〔 The plant is widespread in its range and not declining.〔 Another species name, ''Bryomorphe lycopodioides'', is a synonym for ''Dolichothrix ericoides''.〔(''Bryomorphe lycopodioides''. ) The Plant List.〕 ==References== 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Bryomorphe」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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