Orthotrichum spp.

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

Native Plant of the Month

January 2006

Common Name(s):

Tree cushion moss

Type:

Native

Bryophytes - Liverworts, Moss, Hornworts

Moisture:

Moist
Wet

Light:

Part Shade