Polytrichaceae

juniper polytrichum moss

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Polytrichum juniperinum Hedw. var. waghornei Kindb.

Indigenous Names: Me?hooma-no?estse

Habitat: On soil; in a wide range of habitats, often exposed, sandy areas; foothills to alpine; Alaska to Colorado

Seasonality: Not specified

Status: Native

Botanical Reference

Parts Documented: not_specified_in_the_literature

Distribution: On soil; in a wide range of habitats, often exposed, sandy areas; foothills to alpine; Alaska to Colorado