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Knights plume moss
Ptilium crista-castrensis
Also known as : Ostrich-plume moss
Commonly known as ostrich-plume feathermoss, Ptilium crista-castrensis is a forest moss that gets its name from its feathery shape. It is a knights plume moss natural ground cover in boreal forests throughout Canada and Northern Europe.
Hardiness Zones
2
Key Facts About Knights plume moss
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Attributes of Knights plume moss
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Moss
Plant Height
15 cm
Spread
15 cm
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
0 - 21 ℃
Symbolism
Maternal love, Charity
Scientific Classification of Knights plume moss
Phylum
Mosses
Class
True mosses
Order
Hypnales
Family
Hypnaceae
Genus
Ptilium
Species
Knights plume moss
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Distribution of Knights plume moss
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Habitat of Knights plume moss
Forests
Northern Hemisphere
South Hemisphere
Distribution Map of Knights plume moss
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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Mountain fern moss
Mountain fern moss (Hylocomium splendens) is a perennial moss with branches that grow up to 20 cm long, climbing over other mosses and forest debris. Prefers shady locations in humus-rich soils and decaying wood. Commonly found growing on forest floors in northern regions. It is olive green to reddish green and is often used in cut flower arrangements.
Delicate fern moss
Delicate fern moss (*Thuidium delicatulum*) is a delicate moss that resembles an assortment of tiny ferns. Delicate fern moss carpets the ground and grows on surfaces like branches, rocks, logs, or damp soil. Birds use it for nesting material, and it provides protective cover for small animals. It grows in partial sun to shade and varies in color from light to dark green.
Red-stemmed Feather-moss
Red-stemmed Feather-moss (Pleurozium schreberi) is a perennial evergreen plant that can grow to be 13 cm tall. It is a moss species with reddish stems. It forms a dense green mat along the forest floor. It is commonly found growing in woodland areas among other mosses.
Brocade moss
Brocade moss (Hypnum imponens) gets its name from the fact that it looks a bit like emerald embroidery. You’ll find it forming sprawling mats on old decaying logs. It’s one of many so-called “feather mosses,” so-named for their feathery appearance.
Cypress-leaved plaitmoss
The upper part of the foliage is sickle shaped and the base is heart shaped. The heel is curved at 3 to 5 cm and sticks horizontally. Hermaphrodite.
American climacium moss
American climacium moss (Climacium americanum) is native to North America. Its common name reflects the tree-like appearance of its small, branching leaves. This moss is resilient and can survive in both wet and dry conditions. It, along with other varieties of moss, are used as a nesting material by both the Four-Toed Salamander and the American Robin.
Roundleaf sundew
You’ll find roundleaf sundew (Drosera rotundifolia), a carnivorous plant, in bogs and freshwater marshes. The species devours insects, which are lured to the sticky drops on its leaves. Once the bug tastes the sweetness of these drops, it's stuck to the plant’s tentacles. The plant then proceeds to dissolve the insect using enzymes to extract ammonia and other nutrients.
Prairie sphagnum
Prairie sphagnum is a peat moss species that acts like a sponge, soaking up to 30 times its weight in water. Prairie sphagnum forms a layer across the ground of boggy meadows and wet woodland. The European Union uses this plant in a project called Mossclone which has set out to analyse Europe's air quality.
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Knights plume moss
Ptilium crista-castrensis
Also known as: Ostrich-plume moss
Commonly known as ostrich-plume feathermoss, Ptilium crista-castrensis is a forest moss that gets its name from its feathery shape. It is a knights plume moss natural ground cover in boreal forests throughout Canada and Northern Europe.
Hardiness Zones
2
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Key Facts About Knights plume moss
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Attributes of Knights plume moss
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Moss
Plant Height
15 cm
Spread
15 cm
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
0 - 21 ℃
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Symbolism
Maternal love, Charity
Scientific Classification of Knights plume moss
Phylum
Mosses Class
True mosses Order
Hypnales Family
Hypnaceae Genus
Ptilium Species
Knights plume moss 
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Distribution of Knights plume moss
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Habitat of Knights plume moss
Forests
Northern Hemisphere
South Hemisphere
Distribution Map of Knights plume moss
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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