Moss Collection (#9)

Botanical illustration, c1880s. Creator: Vincent Brooks Day & Son
Botanical illustration, c1880s. Plants, flowers and fungi found in Britain. Cellular cryptograms: 1. Fungus, 2. Seaweed, 3. Moss. Vascular Cryptograms: 4. Horse-tail, 5. Club-moss, 6. Fern, 7

Waterfall in Fjaorargljufur canyon, Kirkjubaejarklaustur, Iceland, August 2017

Wood anemone {Anemone nemorosa} Correl Glen NNR, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland, UK

USA; North America; Georgia; Twin City; Cypress trees with moss in the fall

Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus) in woodland, Peerdsbos, Brasschaat, Belgium, June

River Lepenjica cascading over rocks, Triglav National Park, Slovenia, July 2009

Tree growing over large moss covered rock, Ceske Svycarsko / Bohemian Switzerland National Park, Czech Republic, September 2008

Tree with roots growing over large moss covered rock, Ceske Svycarsko / Bohemian Switzerland National Park, Czech Republic, September 2008

Laurisilva forest, Laurus azorica among other trees and Geraniums (Geranium canariensis) Garajonay National Park, La Gomera, Canary Islands, Spain, May 2009

Laurisilva forest, Laurus azorica among other trees in Garajonay National Park, La Gomera, Canary Islands, Spain, May 2009

Common frog {Rana temporaria}, backlit portrait, Cornwall, UK. January 2012

Round-leaved sundew (Drosera rotundifolia) with insect caught in leaves, growing in sphagnum moss, Flow Country, Sutherland, Highlands, Scotland, UK, July

Greater sundew (Drosera anglica) growing in Sphagnum moss, Flow Country, Sutherland, Highlands, Scotland, UK, July. Did you know

Dipper (Cinclus cinclus) portrait, standing on exposed stone in fast flowing river, with food for chicks in beak, Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales, UK

Afghan / Hobah Caleb / 1938
HOBAH CALEB Owned by Moss. Date: 1938

Common / Viviparous lizard (Lacerta vivipera) on mossy stone. Derbyshire, UK, April

Dunnock (Prunella modularis) bathing, Wiltshire, UK, April

Midwife Toad (Alytes obstetricans) paternal male carrying eggs, S. Yorks, UK
Midwife Toad (Alytes obstetricans) paternal male carrying eggs, S.Yorks, UK

Apple moss (Bartrimia pomiformis) with spore capsules, Inverness-shire, Scotland, UK

Round-leaved sundew (Drosera rotundifolia) growing in Sphagnum moss, Flow Country, Sutherland, Highlands, Scotland, UK, July

English oak tree (Quercus robur) fallen acorns and leaves on a bed of moss, Oxfordshire, UK October

Beech trees in autumn mist, Morvan regional park, Burgundy, France, November 2010

Strangler Fig (Ficus sp. ) that has killed its host tree long ago. The host has rotted away
Strangler Fig (Ficus sp.) that has killed its host tree long ago. The host has rotted away, leaving a hollow center. Lowland rainforest in Borneo. Gunung Palung National Park, Indonesia

Male Comet / Madagascar moon moth (Argema mittrei) recently emerged drying its wings. Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Madagascar

Tree covered in lichen, Glen Brittle, IIsle of Skye, Scotland, UK, September

Water cascading down Toberia falls, Andoin, Sierra Entzia Natural Park, Alava, Basque Country, Spain, April

Waterfall tumbling over moss-covered boulders at Lumsdale, Derbyshire, UK, January 2012

Heart-shaped mossy rock in fast flowing river, Craigengillan Estate, Dalmellington, Ayrshire, October

USA, Alaska. Upper Willow Creek and flowers. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Moss on forest floor Valleyview, Alberta, Canada

Hofskirkja church at sunset during autumn, Hof, Oraefi, Iceland

Misty oak woodland in winter, Quantock Hills, Somerset, England, UK

Stranded algae found along the sea shore, Lofoten Islands, Norway

Coombe Gill Mill DP348571
Coombe Gill Mill, Borrowdale, Allerdale, Cumbria. General view of the watermill from the north-west, with Coombe Gill in the foreground

Switzerland, Canton Zurich, forest, beech trunk

Forest stream Eas Dearg near Loch Ard, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Perthshire, Scotland, UK

Hiking trail trought moss-covered Forest, Reenadinna, an ancient yew woodland in Irelands Killarney National Park, Killarney, Ring of Kerry, Co. Kerry, Ireland, Europe

United Kingdom, England, Cumbria, Lake District, Borrowdale. A disused Water Mill close to the village of Seatoller

Dissused Mill, Borrowdale, Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England, UK

USA, Washington, Olympic Mational Park, Quinault Rain Forest

Close up of mosses in the forest near Ahornach, South Tyrol, Italy

Roots of two trees intertwined, Taunus, Niedernhausen, Hesse, Germany

Bluebells (Endymion non-scriptus) in bloom in Delcombe Wood, Dorset, England, UK

Cow grazing under the majestic laurel trees in the mist, Fanal forest, Madeira island, Portugal

Isolated old tree in the fog, Fanal forest, Madeira island, Portugal

Century old bay trees in Laurissilva Forest of Fanal under the foggy sky, Madeira island, Portugal

Moinhos de Rei (The Kings Watermills), Serra da Cabreira mountain range. Cabeceiras de Basto. Minho, Portugal

Large beech trees on the Fowey River at St Neots, Bodmin Moor, Cornwall, England

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"Moss: Nature's Silent Carpet Unveiled" Discover the enchanting allure of moss, as it blankets some of the most breathtaking landscapes around the world. From the mystical Sgwd yr Eira waterfall in Ystradfellte, Brecon Beacons National Park, Powys, Wales to the serene Loch Lomond in Highlands, Scotland; moss adds an ethereal touch to these natural wonders. Intricate and delicate, moss finds its place even amidst man-made marvels like Goodwood by Emmwood or Dunvegan Castle. Its vibrant green hues contrast beautifully against stone walls and ancient architecture. It also graces iconic vehicles with its charm. Picture a 1967 Ford Mustang GT Fastback painted in Dark Moss Green - a classic beauty that stands out on any road. And let's not forget about Pat Moss and her Austin-Healey 3000; she conquered racing tracks with style and grace. Venturing further into nature's embrace reveals hidden gems like Loch Toll an Lochain at An Teallach or Beauchamp falls where moss thrives alongside cascading waters. Even historical landmarks bear witness to this humble plant’s presence – take Rail/Chat Moss from 1831 for example. Travel across continents to witness how moss transforms landscapes worldwide. The Scenic Halong Bay showcases towering limestone karsts adorned with velvety green patches while Wistmans Wood in Dartmoor, England boasts an ancient oak woodland cloaked entirely in moss - a testament to time itself. Even Ta Prohm Angkor Wat Cambodia is not immune to its allure as centuries-old temples become one with nature through intertwining roots covered in lush greenery including delicate strands of moss. As we explore these diverse locations enriched by this unassuming plant, we come to appreciate how something so small can have such a profound impact on our surroundings.