Description
Calymperes nanum (also called Dwarf Calymperes, among many other common names) is a species of moss belonging to the family Calymperaceae. It is a small, tufted moss with a yellowish-green color and a smooth texture. It is native to the United States and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Calymperes nanum has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calymperes nanum is a small, yellow-green disc with a single, long, slender petal. The seed of Calymperes nanum is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings of Calymperes nanum are small, with a single, long, slender petal and a yellow-green disc.