The saxicolous moss flora of
the Middle Urals, the lowest part of the Ural Mts extending from 55°54’
N to 59°15’ N, is studied. It is found to be quite specific, comprising 110
species inhabiting exclusively or predominantly rock outcrops. Number of their
localities in the Middle Urals, types of bedrock, altitudinal, regional and
general distribution are analyzed. Annotated list of moss species with comments
on morphology and anatomy of some taxa is provided.