Mosses of The Midwestern United States
Moss is beautiful, coming in many different shapes, colors, and textures. These are the most common mosses that grow in the Midwestern U.S.
American Tree Moss
This species of moss looks like little pine trees. They grow in clusters, and are soft and springy to the touch.
Haircap Moss
Haircap moss looks like clusters of little stars.
Sphagnum Moss
This moss loves swampy, boggy lowland areas. It absorbs moisture quite well and is loved by amphibians for this.
Fern Moss
As the name suggests, this moss looks a bit like miniature ferns. I have noticed that this type of moss loves growing around the bases of oak trees.
Ferns of The Midwestern United States
These are the common ferns found throughout the midwest. for more information about ferns, visit the American Fern Society.
Onoclea struthiopteris
This big, beautiful fern is quite common in North America, Europe, and East Asia. Also known as the Ostrich Fern or the Fiddlehead Fern, they can spread rapidly in the right environment.
Adiantum pedatum
Dryopteris carthusiana
Equisetum hyemale
Dendrolycopodium dendroideum
Botrychium neolunaria
