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Polytrichum commune Polytrichum commune (Haircap Moss) growing under conifers (spruce, tamarack, balsam fir) near the edge of a conifer swamp. Geotagged,Polytrichum commune,Spring,United States,bryophytes,haircap moss,moss Click/tap to enlarge Country intro

Polytrichum commune

Polytrichum commune (Haircap Moss) growing under conifers (spruce, tamarack, balsam fir) near the edge of a conifer swamp.

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''Polytrichum commune'' is a species of moss found in many regions with high humidity and rainfall. The species can be exceptionally tall for a moss with stems often exceeding 30 cm though rarely reaching 70 cm, but it is most commonly found at shorter lengths of 5 to 10 cm.

Similar species: Polytrichales
Species identified by Gary B
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By Gary B

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Uploaded Mar 1, 2019. Captured Jun 19, 2014 18:20 in 4408 Miller Rd, Barnum, MN 55707, USA.
  • Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL
  • f/9.0
  • 1/3s
  • ISO100
  • 100mm