The Sphagnum russowii is similar to S. capillifolium, from which it differs for a larger size, a faster growth, and a higher tendency to grow in wet soil. Also in this species there is a great intraspecific variability, obtaining different morphologies depending on the population and the geographical area of origin. This variety is characterized by plants with slender structure, thin branches that grow straight from the capitula and it has a red pigmentation in the central parts of the plant, especially if exposed to high temperature range. It tolerates well different light, humidity and temperature conditions, and it also responds well to small fertilisation. Since it is a species with small plants is well suited for the cultivation of Drosera.

Notice: The identification of the sphagnum species of this site is not 100% certain, because it has not yet been possible to make genetic analysis, but only morphological. For this reason, the identification of some species may be subject to changes due to new and more accurate analysis. When the identification of an already distributed clone is changed, the species name is changed, but the clone code remains the original one. For this reason, it is important to keep a record of the clone codes in your collection.