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Burgundy Moss

Moss type: Moss

This burgundy moss is commonly found blanketing giant areas In rainy mountain ranges, In bogs, and In marshes.
It is large, growing up to 10 inches (25 cm) tall. It forms in extensive patches, and is slightly hardy.
When mature, emerald circular capsules grow at the end of short, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the late summer to release thousands of spores.

It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
It is frequently struck by lightning.
It comes in 94 varieties.
It commonly grows in large patches.