Alpine — Clubmoss

Very High. This is not for the casual gardener. It is notoriously difficult to transplant and extremely sensitive to dry soil.

Diphasiastrum sitchense (Rupr.) Holub - Rare Plants - Maine.gov alpine clubmoss

Glacial. It is an extremely slow grower; it can take up to 20 years for a new plant to fully mature from spores. Very High

“I still can't believe I got to go out in a boat to see these beauties so close. Other discoveries included... Alpine Clubmoss.” Facebook · Zoe Ashdown Photography Diphasiastrum sitchense (Rupr

"If you find yourself hiking in the high mountains, definitely keep an eye out for this little marvel. It looks like a cross between a miniature pine tree and a thick moss, hugging the ground to stay out of the wind. Seeing it in its natural habitat—usually moist, subalpine rocky slopes—is a real treat for any amateur botanist. It’s an ancient plant with a lineage going back millions of years, which gives it a legendary feel when you spot it." Gardener’s Performance Review

Since Alpine clubmoss ( Diphasiastrum alpinum ) is a rare wild plant rather than a commercial product, here are reviews from the perspective of a nature enthusiast, a gardener, and a conservationist. Nature Enthusiast’s Perspective