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Burgundy Moss

Moss type: Moss

This burgundy moss is commonly found growing in giant clumps On rotten logs, In moorlands, and In heathlands.
It is small, growing up to 1 inch (3 cm) tall. It forms in thin clumps and they are exceptionally hardy, and is slightly rigid; it burns easily in strong sunlight.
When mature, emerald triangular capsules grow at the end of elongated, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the mid-summer to release dozens of spores; it does not cause many allergic reactions.

It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
Their seeds have hallucinogenic properties.
It is excellent at collecting and storing carbon dioxide