Question

Which one of the following is a true moss?

• A. Club moss
• B. Irish moss
• C. Reindeer moss
• D. Bog moss

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Bryopsida is also called as true moss e.g., Sphagnum. Peat moss is a dead form of Sphagnum moss. Peat moss adapts to its environment by creating its own habitat. It holds rainwater, so it cannot drain and that creates a bog, hence called as bog moss. Bog, type of wetland ecosystem characterized by wet, spongy, poorly drained peaty soil.

Club moss is pteridophyte, while reindeer moss and Irish mosses are lichens.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.