![]() ![]() ![]() Its stem is densely beset with narrow, broken-up leaves, a branch being emitted at every fourth leaf many of these are turned downwards and applied more or less closely to the stem. Description-Sphagnum is easily distinguished from other mosses by its habit ofgrowth, its soft thick fullness (each head resembling a full and elaborate bloom of edelweiss), and its vividly pale-green colour. It is seldom found in woods it grows best on heath moors, in water holes. It is found in wet and boggy spots, preferably on peat soil, mostly near heather, on all our mountains and moors, in patches small or large, usually in water free from lime, growing so close together that it often forms large cushions or clumps. Sphagnum Moss, commonly known as Bog Moss, is the only true Moss that has yet proved itself to be of appreciable economic value. Medicinal Action and Uses -Synonym-Bog Moss.Amphibians.Moss, Sphagnum Botanical: Sphagnum cymbifolium Use: Top dressing or soil mix for carnivorous plants. Photographs are representative of the species, and not the specific plant shipped. A portion is 1 measuring cup full, enough to cover a 4" pot. Keep very moist and water with rain/distilled water. Though Red Sphagnum Moss has no roots, it benefits from planting in a loose CP soil mix. It is a shorter, slower growing Sphagnum, and does well with all but the smaller CPs. It spreads nicely, and can be divided into smaller plugs to plant a larger area. It prefers the open, heathy areas of the bog, often in areas with limestone bedrock. ![]() Unlike more common forms of lawn or woodland moss, Sphagnum Moss is larger, and requires very damp growing conditions. Like other Sphagnum Mosses, Red Sphagnum Moss is a primitive bryophyte like ferns and clubmosses. The intensity of color seems to favor bright, cooler conditions. The short stems have sweeping, outward-curving branches that resemble small tresses. ![]() It tends to form tight, carpet-like mounds or clumps resembling red cauliflower. It grows in the same conditions as the typical form, tolerating less acidity and more light. These clones are from maroon (dark red) selections. Color can vary from salmon pink to maroon, almost black. Red Sphagnum Moss, Sphagnum sp., or the Small Red Peat Moss, is a beautiful and unusual dark red form of Sphagnum. ![]()
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