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Orange Moor Moss

Moss type: Moss

This orange moss is commonly found growing in medium-sized clumps In moorlands, and In bogs.
It is short, growing up to 3 inches (8 cm) tall. It forms in thin clumps, and is very hardy.
When mature, emerald circular capsules grow at the end of long, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the late summer to release dozens of spores; it can cause allergic reactions.

A particular bird species likes to nest in it.
The bark is frequently covered in moss.
It is suitable for making baskets and the like