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Burgundy Moss

Moss type: Moss

This burgundy moss is commonly found blanketing tiny areas In damp forests.
It is short, growing up to 1 inch (3 cm) tall. It forms in large clumps and they are exceptionally hardy, and is slightly flimsy.
When mature, emerald spiral capsules grow at the end of short, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the early summer to release millions of spores; it does not cause many allergic reactions.

It spreads easily and often blanket large areas.
It is suitable for creating strong, durable textiles
It absorbs an exceptionally large amount of water each day.