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Tortula moss
Tortula muralis
Another name for tortula moss (Tortula muralis) is wall screw-moss. It’s a species that’s found from one end of the globe to another. Like all mosses, tortula moss can be used as an air quality indicator. That’s because what the moss absorbs from its surroundings is an excellent indicator of atmospheric air pollution.
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Attributes of Tortula moss
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Type
Moss
Harvest Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Plant Height
1 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Blue
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
Scientific Classification of Tortula moss
Phylum
Mosses
Class
True mosses
Order
Pottiales
Family
Pottiaceae
Genus
Tortula
Species
Tortula moss
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Distribution of Tortula moss
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Habitat of Tortula moss
Concrete, Cement and brick walls
Northern Hemisphere
South Hemisphere
Distribution Map of Tortula moss
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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Full sun
Tortula moss thrives best when it receives a lot of daily sunlight. It also tolerates conditions where the sun exposure is not constant throughout the day. The original habitat of tortula moss has plenty of sunshine. Too much shade can diminish its vigour, while excessive exposure to sunlight does not typically cause any harm.
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Late boneset
The late boneset is a large-sized weed originates in the eastern part of the United States. It blooms in fall and produces a large amount of tiny white flower heads. It is pollinated by insects instead of wind as many Eupatorium species did, which makes it relatively less aggressive.
Chrysanthemum vestitum
Chrysanthemum vestitum is a herbaceous perennial plant with robust branching on its upper section that often grows on low mountain slopes, hills, and streamsides. Its flowers feature slender white petals and a prominent pistil.
Palaquium formosanum
Palaquium formosanum (Palaquium formosanum) is a tree that grows in the low-lying forests. The tree can be identified by its medium height, growing up to 20 m, its yellow-green leaves, and its green fruit which is shaped like a mango.
Round-stemmed entodon moss
Native to North America, round-stemmed entodon moss (Entodon seductrix) is a shiny, evergreen feather moss found in forests and stream banks, particularly favoring rotten wood. It can be used in the garden as a quick-growing ground cover and will grow in full sun.
Horny Goat Weed
Horny Goat Weed (Epimedium sagittatum) is a rather unassuming perennial with compact growth, but be warned! Under those leaves lay wicked spines that can easily puncture the skin. The Epimedium sagittatum has been cultivated into beautiful varieties for over 150 years and is one of the best groundcovers for shady areas. Originally from China, it is now found globally.
Evergreen rose
Evergreen rose (Rosa sempervirens) is a a climbing perennial in the rose family with very prickly stems. Evergreen rose is native to southern France. This species blooms in spring and early summer. Evergreen rose is most commonly grown in shrublands and valleys in southern France. This species was famously grown in the French gardens of King Louis Philippe I.
Silvergreen bryum moss
Silvergreen bryum moss (Bryum argenteum) is a moss species found on all global continents, even Antarctica. Silvergreen bryum moss is also referred to as silvery thread moss. It is often spread on the soles of people's shoes or on the feet of animals.
Broom forkmoss
Broom forkmoss is a tough, coarse moss that is native to North America. It typically grows in clumps and leaves are approximately 2 to 8 cm high. Broom forkmoss can be found growing among other mosses in forested areas in dry to moist soil.
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Tortula moss
Tortula muralis
Another name for tortula moss (Tortula muralis) is wall screw-moss. It’s a species that’s found from one end of the globe to another. Like all mosses, tortula moss can be used as an air quality indicator. That’s because what the moss absorbs from its surroundings is an excellent indicator of atmospheric air pollution.
Key Facts About Tortula moss
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Attributes of Tortula moss
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Type
Moss
Harvest Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Plant Height
1 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Blue
Leaf type
Semi-evergreen
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Scientific Classification of Tortula moss
Phylum
Mosses Class
True mosses Order
Pottiales Family
Pottiaceae Genus
Tortula Species
Tortula moss 
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Distribution of Tortula moss
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Habitat of Tortula moss
Concrete, Cement and brick walls
Northern Hemisphere
South Hemisphere
Distribution Map of Tortula moss
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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Lighting
Indoor
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Full sun
Ideal
Above 6 hours sunlight
Partial sun
Tolerance
About 3-6 hours sunlight
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Tortula moss thrives best when it receives a lot of daily sunlight. It also tolerates conditions where the sun exposure is not constant throughout the day. The original habitat of tortula moss has plenty of sunshine. Too much shade can diminish its vigour, while excessive exposure to sunlight does not typically cause any harm.
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Tolerable
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Artificial lighting
Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need.
Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft.
2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight.
3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need.
Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft.
2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight.
3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
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