Is Pellucid Four-tooth Moss safe for pets?

Yes, Pellucid Four-tooth Moss (Tetraphis Pellucida) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Pellucid Four-tooth Moss easy to care for?

Pellucid Four-tooth Moss has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires high watering and partial_shade or full_shade light.

Can Pellucid Four-tooth Moss grow indoors?

Pellucid Four-tooth Moss is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Pellucid Four-tooth Moss (Tetraphis Pellucida) is a perennial moss in the Tetraphidaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Tetraphis pellucida is a small acrocarpous moss known for its unique four peristome teeth structure.

Last updated: February 2026

Pellucid Four-tooth Moss

Tetraphis Pellucida

Tetraphis pellucida is a small acrocarpous moss known for its unique four peristome teeth structure.

Quick Facts

Type

moss

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

High

Light

Partial Shade, Full Shade

Hardiness Zones

3-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat creation

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pellucid Four-tooth Moss

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

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:Tetraphidaceae

Genus:Tetraphis