Description
Philonotis perpusilla (also called Tiny Beard Moss, among many other common names) is a small moss found in the Northern Hemisphere. It has a yellowish-green color and grows in tufts. It prefers moist habitats such as wet rocks, tree trunks, and soil. It is native to North America, Europe, and Asia.
Uses & Benefits
Philonotis perpusilla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a soil stabilizer, and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Philonotis perpusilla has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.