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Copper Moss

Moss type: Moss

This copper moss is commonly found growing in large clumps In rainy mountain ranges, On trees, and In heathlands.
It is small, growing up to 1 inch (3 cm) tall. It forms in extensive patches and they overwhelm an area rapidly, and is slightly flimsy.
When mature, emerald crescent-shaped capsules grow at the end of short, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the late summer to release millions of spores.

It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
It out-competes most other plants for nutrients and light.
It makes a distinctive sound when the wind blows through it.