Spagnum Sphagnum moss is one of the most versatile materials in the "plant parent" toolkit. It is a genus of over 300 species of mosses that grow in wet, boggy environments. While often confused with Peat Moss, Sphagnum refers to the living (or recently dried) top layer, whereas peat is the decayed, compressed material found underneath. Its uses range from practical gardening to pet care and even historical medicine. 1. Gardening & Horticulture Because it can hold up to 20 times its weight in wa