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Plagiomnium insigne
Also called Badge Moss, Coastal Leafy Moss
Badge moss is a large, showy moss native to western North America, usually 3 to 8 cm tall, that grows in shade on soil, humus, and rotting logs. It needs steady moisture and shade to look its best.
Plagiomnium insigne, commonly known as badge moss or coastal leafy moss, is a species of moss endemic to western North America.
Plagiomnium insigne is found only in western North America, ranging from south-eastern Alaska in the north to central California in the south and as far east as western Montana. In Canada it occurs in the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia, while in the United States it can be found in the states of Alaska, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. It is occurs from sea level to the subalpine zone, and typically grows in shaded areas on humus and soil or on rotten logs. It can be found in forests (particularly redwood forests), swampy areas, and urban areas such as lawns.
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