Bryophyta
The mossy free-to-play boss
A moss giant boss unlocked with a Mossy key from moss giants. Free-to-play, forgiving, and a source of the nature-rune-saving Bryophyta's staff.
At a glance
- Requirement
- Mossy key To start
- Rec. combat
- 50+
- Profit
- 275k/hr 25 kills/hr · estimated
- Difficulty
- Beginner 800 HP · max 8
- Best style
- Melee
- Chase drops
- Bryophyta's staff (uncharged) Why go
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Should you fight this?
What you get out of Bryophyta, so you can decide if it fits your goals right now.
- Free-to-play boss with very low requirements.
- Bryophyta's staff gives a chance to save nature runes when casting High Alchemy.
- Low max hit makes it a safe place to learn boss trips.
Gear setups
Pick the setup that matches your bank. Every upgrade here links back to the Gear hub.
- Weapon
- Rune scimitar / dragon scimitar
- Body
- Rune platebody
- Legs
- Rune platelegs
Upgrade paths for this fight
Strategy
- 1
Bring a Mossy key
Farm moss giants for a Mossy key, then use it on the Mossy rock in the Varrock sewers boss room.
- 2
Watch the spores
Bryophyta occasionally poisons you with spores — bring a little food and keep attacking through them.
Notable drops
| Item | Rarity | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Bryophyta's staff (uncharged) Unique | 1/118 | 4.1m |
| Nature runes | Common | 26.1k |
| Big bones | Common | 238 |
Progression after this boss
Once Bryophyta feels comfortable, these are the natural next steps up in difficulty and payout.
Frequently asked questions
How much gp/hr is Bryophyta in OSRS?
Bryophyta earns an estimated 275k per hour at around 25 kills/hour. Rates vary with gear and experience.
What are the requirements for Bryophyta?
Bryophyta requires Mossy key.
What combat level do you need for Bryophyta?
A combat level of 50+ is recommended for Bryophyta.
What combat style is best for Bryophyta?
Bryophyta is best fought with Melee.
How hard is Bryophyta?
Bryophyta is an Beginner-tier boss with 800 hitpoints and a max hit of 8.
What does Bryophyta drop?
Notable drops from Bryophyta include Bryophyta's staff (uncharged).