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Common Haircap Moss

Polytrichum commune

Description:

Green, fairly tall for a moss. Looks a bit like small pine trees.

Habitat:

Rural yard with deciduous and coniferous trees. Fairly shaded area.

Notes:

This has been one of my favorite mosses for a long time.

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ForestDragon
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ForestDragon

New York, USA

Spotted on Aug 11, 2012
Submitted on Oct 23, 2012

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