Dicranum scoparium is a species of dicranid moss, native to North America, including the Great Lakes region. It usually forms tufts or mats on soil in dry to moist forested areas. As with many types of moss Broom moss grows in clumps with Broom mosses as well as other mosses. It can be distinguished by its leaves, which strongly curve to one side.
Similar species: Dicranales
Uploaded May 20, 2020. Captured Mar 12, 2020 13:55 in 91 Main St, Sharon, CT 06069, USA.