moss growing on Venus Fly Trap substrate - a problem?

[willow15]

Greetings

I am new to carnivorous plants and have been following the rules with regard to cultivation and watering.

Recently I watered my selection of Venus fly traps with rainwater. The rainwater had been collected in a container; however, as I poured the water onto the plants I noticed it had some algae in the water.

Since then, moss has grown freely on the surface of the soil that my plants are growing.

Is this a problem? Is there a way to remove the moss without damaging the plants?

Thank You, Iain

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[fredg]

The algae and the moss are not connected. You say you follow the rules, there are rules? I assume you are top watering from your description. I've never done that.
The moss shouldn't be a problem to adult plants. Even seedlings should be able to cope.

[willow15]

Hi Fred

Thanks for your reply and your time in uploading a photograph

Yes I mainly water from above but ensure some water is always in the bottom of the pot.

By rules I meant that I always use deminerized water / rainwater. 

The green algal mat started out as a green slim that covered the substrate.  it eventually evolved into what you see in the photograph.

I attempted to upload a picture; however, I receive a message stating the forum has exceeded its file limit.

Here is a link to an image.

dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/20326858/_DWA9271.jpg

Thank you for your advice, Iain

[fredg]

That plant looks perfectly happy. You could remove unwanted growth from specific areas if you find it aesthetically better. Otherwise, leave well alone.

[willow15]

Hello Fred

I will do as you suggest - thank you! Iain

PS - just quickly - is it best to water from above or below ?   I gather you do later.