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To the Mosses: Ecological, Functional, and Spiritual Uses of Moss

To the Mosses: Ecological, Functional, and Spiritual Uses of Moss

Mosses’ diminutive size belies their resilience, tenacity, and ecological significance. Mosses are essential for retaining soil and moisture (as much as 40 times their weight), preventing erosion, and providing homes, insulation, and sustenance for various organisms in their ecosystems, including at Nectar Yoga Retreat on Bowen Island.

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