Rock outcrops in the southeastern part of the West Siberian plain as the northern limit of distribution and refuge of rare moss species

Abstract

Foothill plains along the northwest periphery of Altai–Sayan Mountain Country are the northern limit of stony substrates in the West Siberian longitudinal sector. Rock outcrops in this area are rare; their areas usually do not exceed few dozens of square meters. Despite small areas, the rocky outcrops keep nearly half of the foothill moss flora. 119 moss species were recorded in the rocky habitat; 26 of them are rare both in Western Siberia and in its mountain ringing. An annotated list of species is given. Features of species distribution in the longitudinal sector of West Siberia are discussed.