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Sphagnum spp.
Commonly called peat moss due to its prevalence in wet habitats where it contributes to the formation of peat bogs and mires. These plants may hold from 16-26 times as much water as their dry weight depending on the species. Sphagnum and the peat formed from it provide habitat for a wide array of peatland plants, including sedges and ericaceous shrubs, as well as orchids and carnivorous plants.
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Thanks Suzanne. For what I read it seems a very important plant to keep the moist in the bogs and moorlands.
Never really thought about what "peat moss" looks like when it's alive. Interesting ... thank you.