Coralwort is a type of moss with small, spiky leaves that resemble coral. Some synonyms for coralwort include star moss, cushion moss, and fire moss. These names all refer to the unique shape and texture of the moss, with star moss describing the way the leaves radiate outward, cushion moss referring to the thick, cushy texture of the moss, and fire moss alluding to the red color some species of coralwort can take on. These synonyms help to describe the unique qualities of this beautiful and delicate plant, which can be found growing in damp environments all over the world.