About Leskea polycarpa Hedw.
Leskea polycarpa Hedw. has creeping stems with spreading branches. Its stem leaves are longer than they are wide, measuring approximately 0.8–1.6 mm (0.031–0.063 inches) in length. The branch leaves are smaller, ranging from 0.5–0.8 mm (0.02–0.031 inches) long, and have an ovate to lanceolate shape. The spore capsules of this species are 2–3 mm (0.079–0.118 inches) long, brown to yellowish in color, and curved in shape. The seta, the stalk that holds the capsule, is 7–12 mm (0.28–0.47 inches) long and ranges in color from red to brownish-orange.
