Softmoss (Mollibryum saethera)

Alias: None
Origin: Saethera (moonlit groves)

Softmoss is a plush, cushion-like moss carpeting the forest floors of Saethera’s moonlit groves. Its dense structure retains moisture, cushions the soil, and supports microfauna in shaded, humid environments. Its texture and abundance have made it a favored resource in Saetheran domestic life.

Terrain

Moonlit groves, rooted in moist soils. Absent in arid or volcanic biomes.

Lifespan

Lives 5–10 years. Matures at 1–2 years. Produces spores in humid seasons.

Height & Spread

Reaches 0.05–0.1 meters in height, with a spread of 0.5–1 meter. Juveniles range from 0.02–0.05 meters.

Uses

• Ecological Role: Absorbs moisture and stabilizes shaded soil; provides refuge for small fauna and insect life.
• Cultural Significance: Commonly used as bedding and lining in Saetheran dwellings; symbolizes comfort and peaceful rest.
• Guidance: Harvest sparingly to prevent soil exposure. Avoid collection during wet seasons to maintain moss integrity.

Notes

Documented in the Era of Absolute Expansion (~3,000 years before modern Geba), Softmoss enhances Saethera’s grove ecosystems. Extant and common.