The sphagnum moss is a plant growing almost worldwide. The distinguishing feature of the plant is its special ability to hold water. The moss can hold up to 25 times as much water as its own weight! The remains of the sphagnum moss are often called "peat moss". Peat moss is loved by many gardeners, as it is very helpful in growing other plants. It has a rich nutritive content and can retain large amounts of water, which promotes faster growth for a range of different plants.

This might be interesting: Sphagnum moss dwells most commonly in bogs. The moss grows on top of the bog, and peat is produced underneath.

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