Iceland Moss

Cetraria islandica, Parmeliaceae

Zones

1–6

Layer

Root

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)

Soil pH

4 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Korean RaspberryRubus crataegifolius

Nutrient Accumulation

Lettuce LichenLobaria oregana

Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation

Spiny Iceland MossCetraria aculeata

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Membranous Dog LichenPeltigera membranacea

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Slender Cup LichenCladonia subtenuis

Ground-dwelling lichens competing for space and light in similar terrestrial habitats

Uses

Functions

Air PurificationSoil StabilizationMedicinal ProductionNitrogen Fixation

Edible Parts

Thallus

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory HealthDigestive SupportImmune Support

Common Questions

What zones does Iceland Moss grow in?

Iceland Moss grows in USDA hardiness zones 1 through 6.

What are good companion plants for Iceland Moss?

Good companions for Iceland Moss include Korean Raspberry, Lettuce Lichen, Spiny Iceland Moss, Membranous Dog Lichen.

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