Sphagnum denticulatum
Cow-horn Bog-Moss
Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss, is found in and around pools of water on peat bog. It is one of the more common Sphagnum mosses. Slow decay of Sphagnum is a key part of peat formation and long term carbon storage.
Photograph detail
Slide 1: Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss, in boggy pool surrounded by Ling Heather, Calluna vulgaris. Golden Groves, Redmire. March.
Slide 2: Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss, in boggy pool surrounded by Ling Heather, Calluna vulgaris. Golden Groves, Redmire. March.
Slide 3: Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss. Tip of stem called the capitulum. Golden Groves, Redmire. March.
Slide 4: Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss. Capsule releasing spores. Golden Groves, Redmire. March.
Slide 5: Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss. Branch with leaves. Golden Groves, Redmire. March.
Slide 6: Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss. Capsule releasing spores. Golden Groves, Redmire. March.
Slide 7: Sphagnum denticulatum, Cow-horn Bog-Moss. Spores. Photographed at x1000, brightfield illumination. March.