Common water moss (Fontinalis antipyretica) - PictureThis

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Common water moss

Also known as: Willow moss, Fountain moss

Fontinalis antipyretica has branched, trailing stems that are triangular in cross-section and may be as long as 10 cm. The leaves are quite stiff and are arranged in three overlapping rows. Each leaf is lance-shaped or egg-shaped, with a keel and a sharp point, some 4 to 9 mm long.

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Common water moss (Fontinalis antipyretica)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Moss

Plant Type

15 cm

Plant Height

30 cm

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