Oregon Beaked Moss (Kindbergia Oregana) is a perennial moss in the Brachytheciaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Kindbergia oregana is a moss species commonly found in humid, lower elevation coniferous forests, forming loose creeping mats on humus, tree trunks, rotten logs, and rocks.

Oregon Beaked Moss

Oregon Beaked Moss

Kindbergia Oregana

Kindbergia oregana is a moss species commonly found in humid, lower elevation coniferous forests, forming loose creeping mats on humus, tree trunks, rotten logs, and rocks.

Quick Facts

Type
moss
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, peaty, silty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, moisture retention

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Oregon Beaked Moss

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Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Brachytheciaceae
Genus:Kindbergia