stackyFACTSOrchid growers rely heavily on a giant botanical sponge. Dried sphagnum moss is highly sought after because its dead cellular structure allows it to absorb massive amounts of liquid. It is essentially nature's paper towel, exported globally just to keep tropical roots slightly damp.
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