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Turquoise Moss

Moss type: Moss

This turquoise moss is commonly found blanketing tiny areas On trees, On rotten logs, and In marshes.
It is short, growing up to 1 inch (3 cm) tall. It forms in extensive patches and they are exceptionally hardy, and is very durable; it is very difficult to kill.
When mature, emerald circular capsules grow at the end of long, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the early autumn to release millions of spores.

It has impressive regenerative properties.
It is often home to a particular bird species.
It is suitable for making strong rope