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Here’s a Full Guide to Moss and Bumps

One of the oldest plants in the history of our planet has to be moss. Many scientists have found traces of moss in fossils dating back to 400 million years.  Reindeer moss and bumps  are lichens that are found in the artic. The moss found here covers the northern tundra and taiga ecosystems, plus it serves as food for animals such as reindeer, caribou and musk ox.   Origins   The credit for the discovery of moss has to be given to the Buddhist monks who began using them for designing their gardens around 1300 years ago. A temple named Koke-Dera, or simply moss temple, was built in Kyoto.   Present-day    After being hand-picked from forest floors, it undergoes a unique preservation process to maintain its color, texture, and softness. Nowadays, moss is in demand for other purposes as well. People design walls with moss to experience nature in their homes and offices, making the living space look aesthetic. It is also used for its pigmen...