Granite mosses, thriving on granite rocks in mountainous or rocky areas such as the Tanjung Kelayang Reserve, demonstrate impressive adaptability to harsh environmental conditions. Belonging to the Bryophyte family, they play essential roles in ecosystem processes by stabilizing soil, providing habitat, and serving as food sources for small organisms. Particularly in coastal regions where granite meets the ocean, certain moss species show the ability to colonize rocky substrates, enduring salt spray, strong winds, and varying moisture levels. Their presence significantly contributes to the formation of unique coastal ecosystems, supporting soil stabilization and providing habitat for organisms adapted to such challenging conditions. Overall, granite mosses exemplify resilience and are crucial in shaping and sustaining diverse ecosystems.
The growth of moss on granite surfaces is intricately connected to moisture availability, as mosses depend on water for survival and colonization. Granite’s moisture-retaining capacity creates suitable microhabitats for moss colonization, with dew, rain, or fog providing an ideal environment for moss spores to thrive. Additionally, moisture trapped within granite crevices and pores serves as a consistent water source for moss growth, especially in humid environments or near bodies of water. This correlation extends to granite sedimentation, where mosses tend to thrive in moist environments associated with water flow or accumulation, such as rivers, streams, or coastal regions. The porous nature of granite further aids moss growth by retaining moisture both on its surface and within its sedimentary layers. Over time, mosses contribute to the breakdown of granite sedimentation through root penetration and organic matter accumulation, influencing sediment composition and contributing to soil formation. Thus, the presence of mosses within granite sedimentation reflects the complex interplay between moisture availability, substrate characteristics, and ecological processes.