Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss
Also known as
Filiform hypnum moss, Cypress-leaved plaitmoss and Hypnum moss
Taxonomy
Hypnum cupressiforme
Hypnum
Hypnaceae
Hypnales
How to care for Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss
Water
How often to water your Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss
every 9
Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
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Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
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Finding light for Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss in your home
a window
Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss can tolerate being far from a window and light source.
Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss can tolerate being far from a window and light source. Place it less than 6 feet from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Care Summary for Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss
Cypress-Leaved Plait Moss
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 6ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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