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Crimson Moss

Moss type: Moss

This pink-red moss is commonly found blanketing large areas In damp forests.
It is short, growing up to 3 inches (8 cm) tall. It forms in sparse patches and they spread and grow quickly, and is very frail.
When mature, emerald heart-shaped capsules grow at the end of long, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the early winter to release thousands of spores; it can cause allergic reactions.

Several parts of the tree have medicinal properties.
It is suitable for creating fine, soft textiles
It grows well in the sun and full shade.