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The Magical World of Moss

Documentary that explores the vital role that mosses played in the earth's evolution and how science is only beginning to unlock the secrets and potential of these amazing plants.

Mosses have colonised almost every corner of the earth’s surface. Evolving from oceanic algae that emerged onto the land 450 million years ago, these very first terrestrial plants became one of the main sources of oxygen for our evolving planet, helping to transform it from an arid rock into a lush world.

This documentary travels to some of the most beautiful moss-covered landscapes in the world, including Japan, Iceland, France and Denmark, to meet the experts investigating its astonishing properties and potential.

Science is only beginning to understand the secrets and possibilities of these remarkable plants.

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52 minutes

Last on

Wed 3 Jan 2024 00:20
±«Óătv Four

Music Played

Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes

  • 00:01

    ±«Óătv National Orchestra of Wales

    Toshiko and Tommy

  • 00:04

    Robbie Williams

    Feel

  • 00:25

    Regurgitate

    Bliss

  • 00:31

    Jean‐Michel Jarre

    Odyssey Overture

  • 00:50

    Ken Elkinson

    21 December

Credits

Producer FĂ©licie Roblin
Director Bruno Victor-Pujebet
Production Company Zadig Productions
Production Company Arte France

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