Palustriella commutata

Curled Hook-moss, Curled Hookmoss, Common Hook-moss

Expert careSemi-aquaticNon-toxic4–10 cm

A robust pleurocarpous moss with densely branched, feathery shoots and distinctive falcate (sickle-shaped) leaves. In the wild it grows in calcareous springs and seepages across Europe, parts of North America, and Asia. It needs continuously wet, alkaline conditions to grow well. In terrariums it calls for a calcium-rich substrate and constant moisture, making it best suited for experienced keepers replicating a springline or tufa habitat.

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Care

Light

Indirect light(preferred)Shade tolerantBright indirect

Humidity

Very high (80%+)(preferred)High (60–80%)

Temperature

0°C20°C40°C
2°C – 18°C

Soil

Rocky(preferred)Moisture retentive

Moisture

Wet(preferred)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Appearance

Growth habit

CreepingClumping

Leaf shape

Heart

Leaf texture

FeatheryRough

Distribution

Propagation

Divide established mats into smaller clumps and place on wet, calcareous substrate with continuous water flow. The moss needs alkaline water and constant moisture to re-establish.