Tags: Moss.
Schistidium antarctici is a species of moss found in Antarctica. It lives in compact clumps that are yellowish green at the top and brownish black at the bottom. It grows on both soil and rocks.In the Windmill Islands area of Wilkes Land Schistidium antarctici is the most common bryophyte. If its habitat supplies ample moisture it may form a carpet-like growth but if its habitat is dry it forms a short cushion-like growth.