A genus of mosses in the Aulacomniaceae family, commonly found on soil and rocks in temperate regions, recognizable by their feathery leaves.
From Greek aula 'groove' + komnē 'hair', naming the moss for its distinctive grooved and hair-like leaf structure.
Aulacomnium mosses look delicate and feathery, but they're tough survivors that can withstand freezing temperatures and drought by going dormant!
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