Bryophytes have a strong ability to absorb water, and grow very dense and fast. They are generally clustered. Sometimes they can absorb water 15 to 20 times of their dry weight, so they can prevent soil erosion.
In the process of growth, bryophytes will secrete an acid substance, dissolve the rock surface, and constantly accumulate the substance and water in the air, so as to gradually form soil on the rock surface. The moss covering the soil surface can also prevent soil erosion and protect the formed soil.
The leaf of bryophytes is a single cell structure, toxic gases can easily invade the leaf cells, so bryophytes can not survive. Therefore, according to the sensitive characteristics of bryophytes to toxic gases, observing the growth of bryophytes can be used to detect the air quality of the surrounding environment. In general, it is difficult to find their trace around the polluted towns or factories.
Bryophytes have a unique natural beauty. They grow densely, like a green carpet hanging on the soil. They are very interesting and bring a sense of calm and ease. Recently, it has also been widely used in landscaping.
Bryophytes are widely used. In addition to the above, they also have medicinal effects. According to the related data, there are 18 families of bryophytes which can be used for medicine, such as Cucurbitaceae, Bryopsis, Bryopsis, etc. In the treatment of coronary heart disease, myocarditis, neurasthenia, psychosis and other aspects have a certain role.
