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Brown Moss

Moss type: Moss

This brown moss is commonly found blanketing giant areas In heathlands, On trees, and In damp forests.
It is average-sized, growing up to 5 inches (13 cm) tall. It forms in sparse patches, and is extremely tough; it can easily endure being trodden on.
When mature, emerald teardrop-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 severe allergic reactions.

It grows well in the sun and full shade.
It is said to be able to live for hundreds of years.
It is suitable for creating tough, hard-wearing textiles
It spreads easily and often blanket large areas.