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Sphagnum Moss (Noun)

Meaning

Any of various pale or ashy mosses of the genus Sphagnum whose decomposed remains form peat.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Sphagnum moss grows in wetlands and bogs, where it can hold up to 20 times its weight in water.
  • The acidic properties of sphagnum moss make it an ideal environment for certain types of plants to thrive.
  • Sphagnum moss has been used for centuries as a natural dressing for wounds due to its antiseptic properties.
  • The unique structure of sphagnum moss allows it to retain large amounts of water, making it a crucial component of peat bogs.
  • In the 19th century, sphagnum moss was harvested and used as a natural filter for water purification systems.

Synonyms

  • Peat Moss
  • Sphagnum
  • Bog Moss

Hypernyms

  • Moss
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