Orthotrichum spp.

A common tree moss genus in the Finger Lakes region. A cushion moss that appears to have hats on the sporophytes.

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Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
Tree cushion moss
Type: 
Native
Bryophytes - Liverworts, Moss, Hornworts
Moisture: 
Moist
Wet
Light: 
Part Shade

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