New occurrence data of bryophytes and lichens from São Jorge Island (Azores, Macaronesia)

A total of 568 specimens were recorded, representing 111 species. Overall, the inventory comprises nine lichen species, three hornworts, 44 liverworts and 55 mosses; of these, 12 species are newly reported for SJO, including five lichens, one hornwort, one liverwort and five mosses. Three mosses are endemic to the Azores, six species are endemic to Macaronesia (four mosses; two liverworts) and twelve species are endemic to Europe (four mosses; eight liverworts). Most specimens were collected at elevations between 300 and 600 m and around 1000 m. Rocks and soil supported the greatest bryophyte diversity, whereas lichens were mostly collected on epiphytic substrates.