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Emerald

Moss type: Moss

This green moss is commonly found blanketing medium-sized areas In rainy mountain ranges, On trees, and In marshes.
It is small, growing up to 1 inch (3 cm) tall. It forms in sparse patches and they are exceptionally hardy, and is very durable.
When mature, emerald heart-shaped capsules grow at the end of elongated, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the late autumn to release thousands of spores; it can cause severe allergic reactions.

It is suitable for creating strong, durable textiles
It spreads easily and often blanket large areas.
It blooms only at night.