BEIJING (Reuters) — According to a study published by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, scientists have discovered a very resilient desert moss species in China’s western region of Xinjiang that could aid in the sustainability of any Mars settlements.

When tested under conditions similar to those found on Mars, the moss – Syntrichia Caninervis – was shown to be able to endure extreme dryness, ultra-low temperatures, and radiation, according to a research paper published in The Innovation journal last week.

According to the study, which was published on July 1, the moss might serve as the “basis for the establishment and maintenance of the ecosystem by contributing to oxygen production, carbon sequestration, and soil fertility”.

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