Taxonomy

Division:

Anthocerotophyta | - Hornworts

Family:

Anthocerotaceae

Genus:

Anthoceros

Species:

Anthoceros punctatus

USDA Symbol:

ANPU12

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, clayey soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in damp, shaded areas