Common Feather-moss (Kindbergia Praelonga) is a perennial moss in the Brachytheciaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and full shade or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Kindbergia praelonga is a shade-tolerant moss species forming loose to dense green mats, commonly found on banks, woodland ground, logs, and sometimes ascending tree trunks and branches.

Common Feather-moss

Common Feather-moss

Kindbergia Praelonga

Kindbergia praelonga is a shade-tolerant moss species forming loose to dense green mats, commonly found on banks, woodland ground, logs, and sometimes ascending tree trunks and branches.

Quick Facts

Type
moss
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Full Shade, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
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Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Common Feather-moss

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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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Common Feather-moss
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Taxonomy

Family:Brachytheciaceae
Genus:Kindbergia