HOBBY Sphagnum Moss 100 g
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Benefits at a Glance
- Natural material for the terrarium
- More structure and hiding places
- Suitable for bioactive setups
Sphagnum Moss – Terrarium Moss for Humid Zones & Wet Boxes
Sphagnum Moss – Compact brick for terrariums, wet boxes and isopod terrarium setups – 100% natural Sphagnum moss for the terrarium in a handy brick form. When soaked with approx. 1.5 l of lukewarm water, the compact brick expands to approx. 4.5 l of ready-to-use terrarium moss. Ideal for creating a targeted humid zone, a damp retreat, or a practical wet box in a terrarium setup.
Why many keepers use Sphagnum Moss:
– Targeted moisture spot: useful for humid corners, retreats, and microclimate zones
– Practical for isopods: ideal as a humid corner in the terrarium setup, so the animals can orient themselves as needed
– Suitable for animals with higher humidity requirements: e.g., in terrarium setups for frogs, salamanders, lizards, or snakes
– High yield: one brick produces approx. 4.5 l of ready-to-use terrarium moss
– 100% natural: without chemical additives and made from renewable resources
– Also usable for plants: suitable as a moist medium or supplementary base for terrarium plants and orchids
Typical applications (practical):
– Humid zone in an isopod terrarium setup, when an area should remain slightly damp permanently
– Wet box as a moist retreat, e.g., to support during shedding
– Egg-laying site or more protected microclimate areas, depending on species and keeping conditions
– Humidity buffer under bark, moss cushions, or hardscape
– Plants: as a moist medium or additive in the root area
Application:
1) Place the brick in a bucket.
2) Add at least 1.5 l of lukewarm water.
3) Wait briefly until the moss is fully expanded, then fluff it up.
4) Lightly squeeze out the required amount and place it in the terrarium setup.
Pro-Tip for Isopods: Use Sphagnum as a humid island – one corner permanently slightly damp, the rest rather drier. This way, your isopods can orient themselves as needed, without the entire terrarium setup becoming too wet.
Scope of delivery:
– 1× Sphagnum Moss brick 100 g (compact, dry)
Notes:
Natural product – color and structure may vary. Store in a cool, dry place. Rinse briefly before first use. Not suitable for consumption.
For a functioning keeping, the material can be combined well with suitable isopods, food & minerals for invertebrates and other accessories from furnishing, moss & cork.
Safety instructions
This product is a natural or terrarium material for furnishing, structuring, or as substrate in terrariums, breeding boxes, and similar keeping environments.
Not a toy and not suitable for children. Not for human consumption. Do not inhale dust and wash hands after use.
Natural materials can vary in color, shape, structure, and odor. Before use, check for sharp edges, foreign objects, mold, or other abnormalities. Do not use abnormal or heavily molded material.
Store dry and clean. When used in humid environments, check regularly and remove if mold, rot, or unwanted infestation occurs.
Manufacturer:
LucaTech3D GmbH
Eugen-Kübler-Straße 8
74538 Rosengarten
Germany
E-Mail: info@lucatech3d.com
What do I use Sphagnum Moss for in the terrarium?
Sphagnum Moss is particularly suitable for humid zones, wet boxes, damp retreat areas, and as a supplementary material for plants. It is used where moisture needs to be specifically maintained in the terrarium setup.
Is Sphagnum Moss suitable for isopods?
Yes, especially as a moist corner or humid island in an isopod terrarium setup. This allows one area to remain slightly damp permanently, while the rest of the enclosure stays drier.
How much moss comes from one brick?
When soaked with approx. 1.5 l of lukewarm water, one brick yields approx. 4.5 l of ready-to-use terrarium moss.
Can I also use Sphagnum Moss in a wet box?
Yes, Sphagnum Moss is well-suited as an insert for a wet box. There, it can help provide a moist retreat area in the terrarium.
Does the moss need to be prepared before use?
Yes. The compact brick is soaked with lukewarm water, then fluffed up, and the required amount is lightly squeezed out before insertion.
Is Sphagnum Moss only intended for animals?
No. The moss can also be used for terrarium plants or orchids as a moist medium or supplementary base.
Manufacturer Information
Dohse Aquaristik GmbH + Co. KG
Otto-Hahn-Str. 9
Grafschaft-Gelsdorf, DE, 53501
info@dohse-aquaristik.de
Otto-Hahn-Str. 9
Grafschaft-Gelsdorf, DE, 53501
info@dohse-aquaristik.de
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