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Orange Moss

Moss type: Moss

This orange moss is commonly found growing in giant clumps In marshes, and On rotten logs.
It is modest-sized, growing up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall. It forms in sparse patches, and is overwhelmingly light.
When mature, emerald circular capsules grow at the end of short, lime green sporophytes, eventually opening up during the early summer to release thousands of spores.

It is possible to grow it from cuttings.
It is suitable for making paper
The grains are bitter, but very healthy and can be used to make numerous baked goods.