{"product_id":"pincushion-moss-leucobryum-glaucum","title":"Pincushion Moss – Live Terrarium Moss (Leucobryum glaucum)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePincushion Moss (\u003ci\u003eLeucobryum glaucum\u003c\/i\u003e) is one of the most distinctive mosses used in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eterrariums\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, forming soft, rounded cushions that add texture, structure, and a lush woodland feel to miniature landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn nature, this moss grows in shaded woodland areas where it forms dome-shaped mounds across the forest floor. These natural cushions make it perfect for \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eterrarium landscapes, kokedama projects, and decorative plant displays\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, helping to recreate the look of a miniature forest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePincushion Moss thrives in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehigh humidity and shaded environments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, making it especially well suited to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eclosed terrariums and bottle gardens\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Its vibrant green colour and sculptural form help create depth and contrast within planted displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe moss we receive arrives in natural cushions that vary slightly in size and shape from tray to tray. However it arrives, Pincushion Moss is resilient and can \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erecover well from drying out with a good soak in water\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs this moss is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewild-collected from managed European woodlands\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, trays may occasionally contain small pieces of woodland debris such as pine needles, twigs, cones, or other natural material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLeucobryum glaucum\u003c\/i\u003e (glaucous pincushion moss)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePincushion Moss, Cushion Moss, Leucobryum Moss, Large White Moss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePincushion Moss is found across \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEurope and eastern North America\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The moss we supply is collected from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emanaged European woodlands\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Use Pincushion Moss in Terrariums?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Creates natural \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emoss cushions and mounds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in terrarium landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Adds texture and structure to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eterrariums and bottle gardens\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e• Perfect for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ekokedama moss balls\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e• Helps create a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enatural woodland aesthetic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Ideal for topping plant pots or covering soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePincushion Moss prefers \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebright, indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and shaded conditions. Avoid strong direct sun, which can cause the moss to dry out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKeep the moss \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003econsistently moist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. If it dries out, it can often be revived by soaking it thoroughly in water. Rainwater or filtered water is preferable where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHigh humidity is ideal, which is why Pincushion Moss works particularly well in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eterrariums and humid indoor plant environments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen used in terrariums, we recommend a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewell-balanced terrarium substrate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, typically containing materials such as coir, bark, sand and activated charcoal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNone required – Pincushion Moss naturally thrives in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enutrient-poor environments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePincushion Moss grows best between \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10–25°C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and is hardy in the UK. It can tolerate winter temperatures outdoors and often returns with fresh growth in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYes – although excessive nibbling isn’t recommended for pets, children, or the moss itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eliving moss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, not preserved moss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA full tray roughly measures \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e28 × 38 cm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and typically contains \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etwo layers of moss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, covering an approximate surface area of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003earound 0.2 m² (2000 cm²)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. As this is a natural product, thickness and coverage may vary between trays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoss Size Guide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe sizes listed refer to the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eapproximate surface area the moss will cover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, rather than individual clumps or cushions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe always select the best pieces available when preparing smaller portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you have a pot with a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 cm diameter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 × 10 cm size\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e should usually provide enough moss to cover the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you require a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esingle moss cushion in a specific size or shape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, please leave a note with your order and we will do our best to accommodate your request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eFull Moss Trays\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFull trays are not always kept in stock and may occasionally need to be ordered from our supplier. Lead times are usually short, but this can sometimes add \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ea few extra days to dispatch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you need a tray for a specific date, please add a note to your order or contact us beforehand to check availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"5 x 5cm","offer_id":45554044240125,"sku":"1197870033271","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 10cm","offer_id":43779164799229,"sku":"1804232585071","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 x 15cm","offer_id":45554044272893,"sku":"9097870033271","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 x 20cm","offer_id":45554044305661,"sku":"7097870033271","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 25cm","offer_id":43779164831997,"sku":"8704232585071","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 x 30cm","offer_id":43779164864765,"sku":"6704232585071","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Tray","offer_id":43779170566397,"sku":"2704232585071","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/pincushion-moss-living-leucobryum-glaucum-terrarium-supplies-1331352.jpg?v=1759412839","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/pincushion-moss-leucobryum-glaucum","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}