How to Grow and Care for Hedwigia

Ciliate hedwigia moss(Hedwigia ciliata) can be found on woodland trails and along streamsides, and even on the walls of buildings. The genus to which this moss belongs was named after Johannes Hedwig, who is considered the father of bryology. It is sometimes confused with the Racomitrium or Schistidium species, but ciliate hedwigia moss can be distinguished because it lacks peristome teeth.

Hedwigia detonsa is a robust perennial plant known for its resilience and adaptability to rugged environments. It displays a distinctive cushion-like growth form, which allows it to conserve moisture and withstand harsh conditions. Its small, tough-leaved foliage offers a deep green hue that may fade to the colors of the surrounding terrain, assisting in its camouflage. The plant’s ability to thrive in nutritionally poor soils makes it a survivor in places where others may struggle.

Starry hoar-moss is a resilient terrestrial moss known for its star-shaped, white-tipped foliage. It typically carpets rocky substrates in higher altitude regions, with each shoot adapted to withstand cold, drying winds. The leaf arrangement gives starry hoar-moss a distinctive silvery appearance, facilitating identification among moss enthusiasts and aiding in its survival by reflecting harsh sunlight.