Live moss is the perfect way to bring a piece of nature into your home! Under proper lighting and humidity, the live moss will green up and begin to spread, eventually creating a green jungle oasis in your vivarium that your reptile or amphibian pets will love. Moss also looks great in fairy gardens, to add extra humidity to potted plants, or even as an accent to semi-aquatic gardens. The possibilities are endless! Live moss is cultivated in the Carolinas and is retrieved from wild sources. As a result, live moss may occasionally produce wild mushrooms or invertebrates. As good practice, Josh's Frogs recommends washing all plants thoroughly removing as much soil as possible with dechlorinated water before placing them in their final home. Species Name: Dicranum scoparium Common Name(s): Mood moss, Broomfork moss Defining Characteristics: Robust and course with green to yellow foliage Grows in thick mats with a windswept sideways growth pattern Can add a wonderful texture and sense of scale to terrariums Temperature Requirement (°F): 60-80° Humidity: Humid (70-100%) Watering Frequency: Water when soil begins to dry out. Consistent, but infrequent, watering needs Lighting: Bright, indirect light Growth Rate: Moderate Height at Maturity: 1-4 inches Origin: Most of the Northern Hemisphere as well as Oceania Regional Locality: Grows in dry to moist forested areas on top of soil USDA Hardiness Zone: 6-7 Care Notes: Regular misting may help this species maintain its green color between waterings. Shipping Notes: Live moss products ship in a 1-2 quart sealed plastic container
