The moss, Syntrichia caninervis, was already known to be able to withstand drought conditions, but tests by researchers at ...

At first glance, a robust desert moss known as Syntrichia caninervis might not strike you as particularly impressive. However ...

The moss Syntrichia caninervis, found in extremely arid regions like Tibet, Antarctica, and the circumpolar regions, would essentially be the ultimate “pioneer” plant, a species that’s first to ...

As a candidate for moss suitable for terraforming Mars, the research team focused on Syntrichia caninervis, a moss that lives in deserts around the world. Syntrichia caninervis inhabits the harsh ...

Unlike the luscious forest mosses you might be picturing, which have it pretty easy compared to their ancestors, Syntrichia caninervis is committed to upholding a severely frugal way of life. It ...

Desert Moss: A Potential Pioneer for Mars Colonization? Scientists have identified a promising Mars candidate: Syntrichia Caninervis, a hardy desert moss. Known for thriving in extreme Earth ...

This Desert Moss Has the Potential to Grow on Mars June 30, 2024 — The desert moss Syntrichia caninervis is a promising candidate for Mars colonization thanks to its extreme ability to tolerate ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Earth and Mars don’t seem to have a lot in common, but the two planets do share some similar ...