Oncophorus virens
Oncophorus virens
Oncophorus virens is a specialist moss best suited to cool, moist, shaded environments such as terrariums or bog gardens. Keep the growing medium consistently damp and provide indirect light to replicate its natural boreal habitat. This plant is best for experienced growers or moss enthusiasts comfortable managing high-humidity conditions.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
120″ – 360″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Flowers
mixed
Watering Schedule
Every 3-5 Days • Keep Substrate Consistently Moist But Not Waterlogged; Mist Regularly To Maintain Humidity
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Shallow
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Sources
Data: trefle
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.