[Miss Moss]

This moss grows in various places around my lawn in WI. The picture with spore stalks was taken in April, and the other in June. I thought it was really pretty but I can't identify it.

 

[Manuran]

Hi Miss Moss,

That is a Plagiomnium sp.
There are 6 species that occur in Wisconsin according to this site
UW-Stevens Point Freckmann herbarium: Wisconsin Bryophytes: Mosses - Liverworts - Hornworts: Search Results
Hopefully, that will be a good starting point if you want to know which species you have.

That genus is a favorite of mine. Not sure how well the species from WI do in a viv, but would be interested in hearing about it if you try.

 

[Frogtofall]

I've been seeing this stuff around here too. Mostly growing in the cracks of sidewalks near damp or shaded areas. I may have to snag a small piece and see what happens...

 

[Manuran]

Hey Antone,
Get a photo. Would love to see more of the N.A. species.
Thanks.

 

[Submarinr]

I've been seeing this stuff around here too. Mostly growing in the cracks of sidewalks near damp or shaded areas. I may have to snag a small piece and see what happens...

Antone, noticed your profile states Midwest.. any chance you're in OK?

I'll have to look more closely when I am out hiking now.. didn't know there were any plagiomnium sp in our area...

Just ordered some from overseas in fact ; 0)P