Aulacomnium acuminatum Plant Care
Aulacomnium acuminatum (Lindb. & Arnell) Kindb.
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Aulacomnium acuminatum, commonly called sharp-leaved bog moss or acute-tipped aulacomnium moss, is a species of moss in the family Aulacomniaceae. It is found in Arctic regions of Canada and Alaska in the United States.
Every 3–5 days
Low to medium indirect light
50–75°F
60–80%
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How do you care for Aulacomnium acuminatum?
Water Aulacomnium acuminatum every 3–5 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it low to medium indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C) and 60–80% humidity.
Where Is the Aulacomnium acuminatum Native To?
What Is the Aulacomnium acuminatum?
Aulacomnium acuminatum (Aulacomnium acuminatum) belongs to the Aulacomniaceae family within the Aulacomnium genus. Aulacomnium acuminatum is native to Arctic regions of Canada and Alaska in the United States.
Aulacomnium acuminatum displays a low mat-forming growth habit, reaching up to 0.1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 0.5 ft. Aulacomnium acuminatum produces small, inconspicuous flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 0.1 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Aulacomnium acuminatum?
Aulacomnium acuminatum requires watering every 3–5 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 3–5 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Aulacomnium acuminatum Need?
Aulacomnium acuminatum thrives in low to medium indirect light. The optimal light range is 50–200 lux. Avoid placing Aulacomnium acuminatum in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Low to medium indirect light
50–200 lux
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Aulacomnium acuminatum Prefer?
Aulacomnium acuminatum grows best at temperatures of 50–75°F. Aulacomnium acuminatum prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Aulacomnium acuminatum?
Moist, well-draining soil with high organic content. Good drainage is essential for Aulacomnium acuminatum to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Aulacomnium acuminatum?
Not applicable, as it grows in its natural habitat. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Aulacomnium acuminatum?
Aulacomnium acuminatum can be propagated through spores. Similar propagation techniques also apply to bog tassel-moss plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Aulacomnium acuminatum Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Aulacomnium acuminatum, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Aulacomnium acuminatum?
Aulacomnium acuminatum is susceptible to generally pest-free. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Aulacomnium acuminatum Need?
Aulacomnium acuminatum grows outdoors in USDA Zone 12a. It survives winters down to planting zone 12a. Aulacomnium acuminatum is native to Arctic regions of Canada and Alaska in the United States. In cooler regions, grow Aulacomnium acuminatum as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 12a
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Aulacomnium acuminatum is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aulacomnium genus — compare its care with other Aulacomnium species on PlantoScan.
Aulacomnium is part of the Aulacomniaceae plant family — browse all Aulacomniaceae genera and species.
Aulacomnium acuminatum copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aulacomnium acuminatum (Lindb. & Arnell) Kindb., family Aulacomniaceae (first published in Enum. Bryin. Exot., suppl. 2, 105 1891) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Aulacomnium acuminatum, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 12a, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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