Q. Mobile, Charleston and New Orleans are noted for their magnificent live oak trees, many of which have Spanish moss hanging from their limbs. I have several questions about this gray plant. (1 ...

Scientists urge against removing Spanish moss from trees because of its importance to the ecosystem and the abundance of artificial alternatives available.

The moss’ bulk may block some sunlight to foliage, but its primary use of the tree is only for support. Occasionally branches with moss may break under the weight, especially after rain.

The other is preserved Spanish moss, which is real moss that keeps its color for the long haul because of the preservation process used.

Spanish moss, which drapes trees in the South, isn’t a moss. It’s a flowering plant that feeds deer, provides nesting material for birds and shelter for insects.

EASTVILLE — On a cold, damp morning, scientist Gary Fleming embarked on an expedition to investigate the mystery of the missing moss. Fleming was looking for the northernmost patch of Spanish ...

For two months, a near-mile stretch of the Spanish Moss Trail will close to allow for the construction of a new fishing pier and fix-ups to an existing pedestrian bridge. A Beaufort County ...