Taxonomy

Division:

Anthocerotophyta | - Hornworts

Family:

Anthocerotaceae

Genus:

Phaeoceros

Species:

Phaeoceros carolinianus

USDA Symbol:

PHCA38

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich clay or loam

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in damp, shaded areas