Description
Campylopus cockaynii (also called Cockayne's Campylopus, among many other common names) is a species of moss native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has a light green color and grows in tufts or mats. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, forests, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Campylopus cockaynii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campylopus cockaynii has small, yellow-green flowers with a single perianth segment that are arranged in a terminal spike. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a single, erect leaf with a pointed tip.
Where to Find Campylopus cockaynii
Campylopus cockaynii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Italy, Spain, and Portugal.