Description
Marsupella paroica (also called the Paroicous plume moss, among many other common names) is a small, perennial moss native to the Northern Hemisphere. It has a small, tufted growth form and tiny, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wetland habitats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marsupella paroica has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed per flower. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marsupella paroica is a species of liverwort that can be propagated by spores. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be cultivated in a potting mix of sphagnum moss and perlite. It is best to keep the soil moist but not wet, and to avoid direct sunlight.