Description
Zygodon hookeri (also called Hooker’s Zygodon, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Zygodontaceae. It is a small, yellow-green moss with a short, curved stem and a single, erect branch. It is native to North America, where it is found in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and bogs.
Uses & Benefits
Zygodon hookeri has been used in the production of paper, as a soil stabilizer, and as a source of fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Zygodon hookeri has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, brownish-black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem with small, narrow leaves.