The Sphagnum girgensohnii is similar to Sphagnum fimbriatum, from which it differs, however, for a softer structure, smaller size and a more compact growth. If it grows with good atmospheric humidity, it can form dense meadows made of many small heads, or larger and more compact heads if grown in drier conditions. It has a geographic spread similar to the fimbriatum, although you can find it more frequently towards the south, so it is better suited for the Mediterranean climate. Just like its “sister” species is well suited for growing in terrariums and ponds to create a “scenery”.

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.