How to Grow and Care for Goose neck moss

The dominating moss species in the Pacific Northwest, as well as in the boreal regions, big shaggy-moss grows in humus-rich substrates of montane forests. When held to the light, the delicate leaves of this moss are translucent.

Square goose neck moss is a widely spread moss with star-like, green to yellow-green shoots. Its leaves curl when dry, protecting it from dehydration, and flare widely when moist, allowing for optimal photosynthesis. Often blanketing forest floors and logs in damp, shady habitats, square goose neck moss provides essential cover and moisture retention for its ecosystem.

Little shaggy-moss is a robust, shade-loving moss commonly found carpeting forest floors. Its feathery fronds spread horizontally, creating dense mats with a plush, deep-green appearance. The shoots of little shaggy-moss are irregularly branched and often reach significant lengths, thriving in moist, acidic soil conditions. As a vital component of its ecosystem, little shaggy-moss provides habitat for small invertebrates and contributes to the forest's nutrient cycle.