Elegant Silk-moss (Pseudotaxiphyllum Elegans) is a perennial moss in the Hypnaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full shade or partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Pseudotaxiphyllum elegans is a moss species characterized by its thin to dense mats, dark green to yellowish coloration, and presence in shaded, acidic habitats.

Elegant Silk-moss

Elegant Silk-moss

Pseudotaxiphyllum Elegans

Pseudotaxiphyllum elegans is a moss species characterized by its thin to dense mats, dark green to yellowish coloration, and presence in shaded, acidic habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
moss
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Shade, Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

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Pet Safe
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Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:acidic, loamy, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, aesthetic moss mats

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Elegant Silk-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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Taxonomy

Family:Hypnaceae
Genus:Pseudotaxiphyllum