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Detailed information for an alpine or subalpine species recorded along Howker Ridge Trail. Use the back link to return to the catalog.

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Common Haircap Moss

Polytrichum commune
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Short Description

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TYPE

Moss

ELEVATION

0–3,500 ft

HABITAT

Moist woods, bog edges, and streambanks; also found in clearings with acidic, damp soil

PEAK/BLOOM

Non-flowering

LEAF & STEM

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