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Sphagnum Moss vs. Spanish Moss: Different Uses

Sphagnum moss is spongy, retains moisture, and provides aeration—ideal for epiphytes like orchids. Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) is an epiphyte itself, not water-retentive; used only as decorative top-dressing. Reindeer moss is also decorative, not a sphagnum substitute. Order sphagnum online if unavailable locally.

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