Curly thatch moss - Dicranoweisia cirrata (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Curly thatch moss

Also known as: Common pincushion

Dicranoweisia cirrata is a medium-sized species of moss. It grows in the form of relatively rounded turfs and is not very choosy when it comes to the habitat. It can be found on decomposing wood, live or dead tree trunks, fences, and also rocks.

Scientific classification

Species

Curly thatch moss (Dicranoweisia cirrata)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Moss

Plant Type

Late fall, Winter

Harvest Time

5 mm to 4 cm

Plant Height

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