Description
Dicranum nipponense (also called Japanese Fork-moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss found in the Northern Hemisphere, in Asia, Europe, and North America. It is a small, tufted moss with yellowish-green shoots, and its leaves are lanceolate with a pointed tip. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests, woodlands, and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Dicranum nipponense has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and dizziness. It has also been used as a natural dye in textiles and as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicranum nipponense has a small, white flower that grows in a cluster. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.