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Silverfern

Moss type: Moss

This silver moss is commonly found growing in large clumps In rainforests, and In moorlands.
It is massive, growing up to 1.3 feet (41 cm) tall. It forms in sparse patches, and is very rigid; it struggles more than most during dry spells.
When mature, emerald shield-shaped capsules grow at the end of short, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the early summer to release thousands of spores; it can cause severe allergic reactions.

every part of the grass is overwhelmingly toxic.
Once on fire, it burns very quickly.
It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles