Hedwigia Ciliate Moss - 5 Squae Feet

Hedwigia Moss, also called white-tipped moss, is an evergreen perennial moss. These plants form a low-profile cushion that can grow up to one inch tall and one foot across, or sometimes more. The individual stems of this moss range from red to brown, and they spread widely. Leaves can be found surrounding and along the moss’ stems, and the distribution of leaves is somewhat dense. Certain birds, including the American Robin and the Barn Swallow, often use this moss as part of the construction of their nests.

Hedwigia Moss Is Hardy

It thrives in areas ranging from light shade cover to full sunlight, and it can grow in both dry or moist conditions. It uses either rocky materials or acidic rocks as a substrate, and it can also grow in dolomite or limestone with a high pH. This moss is adaptable to various surfaces, like logs, soil and roofing. Since it’s able to tolerate a lot of sunlight, as well as dryer conditions, it’s a good option for rooftop or rock gardens.

It Grows On Walls

It is often found in Illinois, specifically in the northeast, east-central and southern areas. The most common habitats for this moss in Illinois include canyons with sandstone walls, rocky ridges, limestone rock faces, boulders and rocks found on woodland trails, stone walls of churches, and on various roofing materials. It’s also found in other parts of North and South America, Australian, Africa and Eurasia.

Check This Moss Out At Garden Plant Nursery

Sometimes the tips of the Hedwigia Moss leaves can be translucent white, and this varies in appearance. The amount of whiteness at the tips will change based on where the moss is found. The white tips is also what distinguishes this type of moss from other kinds. As the moss’ leaves age, they may become even more white and translucent before withering.

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