Common Haircap Moss
Polytrichum commune
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Common Haircap Moss is a non-vascular moss that forms dense, upright cushions or mats in damp, shaded areas. It thrives in acidic soils and moist conditions, making it ideal for woodland gardens, rock gardens, and areas where traditional plants struggle.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Widespread in temperate regions worldwide
Native to: Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Common Haircap Moss is a non-vascular moss that forms dense, upright cushions or mats in damp, shaded areas. It thrives in acidic soils and moist conditions, making it ideal for woodland gardens, rock gardens, and areas where traditional plants struggle.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Common Haircap Moss grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Widespread in temperate regions worldwide
Native to: Alaska, Connecticut, Delaware, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Seasonality
Season of Interest
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation