Live Sphagnum Moss Heads • Sphagnum capillifolium compact (Pure Species)

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Description

• ⚠️ Extremely rare in South Africa – this striking red form of Sphagnum capillifolium is almost never available locally
• Grown and propagated right here at Cultivo – not imported, not lab-grown, not tissue culture
• This is the real deal: vibrant, living moss grown outdoors and acclimatised for South African conditions
• Online exclusive – not available in nurseries or garden centres
• Listing is for a starter portion with 5+ fresh growing points (moss heads), packed in a sealed, watertight container

Why it’s special

• Compact red form with a dense, cushiony growth habit – ideal for topdressing pots or growing your own culture
• Rare species with incredible colour – red tones intensify over time in the right conditions
• Slow-growing and long-lived – once established, this moss will thrive for years

Perfect For:

• Carnivorous plants – especially Nepenthes, Heliamphora, Darlingtonia, and tall-growing sundews
• Terrariums, vivariums, paludariums, orchid mounts, and amphibian setups
• Natural filtration in bog gardens, koi ponds, or biological filter systems

How It’s Packed

• You'll receive a sealed, moisture-retaining container with 5+ growing tips (also called "heads" or "comas")
• Each portion is hand-picked, fresh, and packed to order to ensure quality and success

Sample Size

Please note: This image is for size reference only. Actual colours and texture may vary depending on species and growing conditions.

Growing Tips

• Provide bright, diffused light and high humidity – ideal for sunny windowsills or covered containers
• Keep cool at night (ideal for red forms) – colour deepens with temperature drops
• Grow in a shallow container with drainage – avoid standing water, mist regularly with distilled or RO water
• Use shredded long-fibre sphagnum moss mixed with perlite as a base
• Don't bury the heads – just press gently into the substrate with tips visible

🌿 Cultivo exclusive • Packed to order • Available online only