Bogs are generally more open, characterized by an abundance of sphagnum, a superabsorbent moss, and the accretion of peat.
New York Times(Nov 16, 2016)
Pale corydalis and harebell grew near the shore; sphagnum, leatherleaf and Labrador tea in the swampy sections of the hike.
New York Times(Oct 21, 2016)
Peat is made up of sphagnum and other mosses, which hold a large amount of water and contain compounds that inhibit decomposition.
New York Times(Aug 08, 2016)