Bryophytes, the 'amphibians of the plant kingdom', occupy almost all kinds of habitats in almost all parts of the globe. These are a group of plants with distinct identity; known to the mankind from time immemorial and consist of three lineages, viz., Liverworts, Hornworts and Mosses. Even though neglected for the lack of direct economic importance or un assuming nature; they play important role in ecosystem dynamics, nutrient cycling, soil binding, providing, ...
