The Moss Air tabletop air purifier has been announced. The device is the world’s first Terrarium and uses living moss to purify the air we breathe while also working as a humidifier. The moss plant is tiny but incredibly effective in cleansing the air of toxins, eliminating dust particles, and increasing the air’s oxygen concentration.

Moss Air

Nearly 30% of atmospheric oxygen is claimed to come from the moss and it is called nature’s greatest asset. The moss is a small, non-vascular plant that is found in damp and shady environments. The Moss Air purifier/ humidifier combines nature and technology into a small device that is also visually charming and innovative. Its front features a living moss wall that constantly cleanses the ambient air by trapping toxins, eliminating dust particles, and enriching it with oxygen.

A water chamber is located behind the wall and this feeds the humidifier. The humidifier converts the air into a delicate mist, creating a natural hourglass. An outlet at the top of the device is the exit point for the humidified air. You can either keep the outlet open or close according to your humidification needs.

The Moss Air is unlike most traditional air purifiers that use HEPA filters, activated charcoal blocks, and UV chambers for the purification process. It adopts a moss filter, made up of living plants that can survive without being watered for months. The moss sustains itself, like a terrarium that can stay active for longer periods without human intervention. The excellent oxygen production capability of moss is another advantage of Moss Air. The moss plant also lends you to have a feel of the outdoors inside your living space.

Moss Air

The magnetic ball at the top of the Moss Air can be used as a mechanism for mode switching. You simply roll the magnetic ball across the top of the device to open and close the walls. The Moss Air features the Terranium and Humidifier modes. In the Terrarium mode, the misted breeze keeps the moss alive without any external effort. The moss can survive up to 6 months without being watered.

The Moss Air has a 400ml refillable water chamber. The water in the chamber can last for up to 10 hours while a paper filter helps purify the water before being converted into a vapor. The paper filter can last up to 6 months before being replaced depending on the quality of water placed in the chamber.

The moss panel of the Moss Air can be replaced and swapped with a new moss panel. The gadget can run for up to 8 hours, thanks to its built-in battery. The device can be recharged via its USB-C port. The Moss Air has a starting price of $79 via Indiegogo, with more than $569,000 already raised.

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