Large-leaved Pocket Moss

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Fissidens grandifrons

Large-leaved Pocket Moss, a reference photo
Photo: Randal · CC0 1.0 (licence)

Fissidens grandifrons is a moss which is the largest of the family Fissidentaceae. It is found in turbulent water which it needs to get its carbon dioxide.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Large-leaved Pocket Moss being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Plantae
Phylum
Bryophyta
Class
Bryopsida
Order
Dicranales
Family
Fissidentaceae
Species
Fissidens grandifrons

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