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Selaginella sp.
Neither moss nor fern, this genus has many common names. Some authorities place it in group of plants called lycopods, a "fern ally". Others consider it a genus of plants in the family Selaginellaceae, the spikemosses. Based on superficial (available) image comparisons, it looks most like Selaginella longipinna or "electric fern"
Growing in patches along survey transects in equatorial lowland rainforest interspersed with sago swamp. This particular plant was growing atop a fossil beach strand (moist but above standing water).
Spotted on Dec 3, 2011
Submitted on Jan 1, 2012
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You're welcome!
Quite attractive. Something interesting to learn about too. Thanks.