Uses & Benefits
Physcomitrium paraguense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for the creation of crafts and decorations. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments, including fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Physcomitrium paraguense is small and white, with six tepals. The seed is a small, round, yellow-brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Physcomitrium paraguense is a species of moss native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a small, tufted plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the tufts or by spore sowing. The ideal temperature for growth is between 10-20°C and the ideal pH is between 5.5-7.0.