Pottiaceae

Pottiaceae (Pottiaceae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 30 genuss with 88 known species. Key genus groups include Acaulon, Aloina, Anoectangium, Barbula, Bryoerythrophyllum, and Chenia. Among its members, 40 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Pottiales (Pottiales).