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Emerald Tear Moss

Moss type: Moss

This emerald moss is commonly found growing in small clumps On trees, and In bogs.
It is short, growing up to 2 inches (5 cm) tall. It forms in large clumps, and is slightly flexible; it can easily endure flooding and draughts.
When mature, emerald teardrop-shaped capsules grow at the end of long, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the early summer to release millions of spores.

It is bio-luminescent.
It is suitable for creating flexible, durable textiles
It commonly grows in large patches.