Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Amblystegiaceae

Genus:

Calliergon

Species:

Calliergon giganteum

USDA Symbol:

CAGI70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

20 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

waterfowl, invertebrates

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, organic, waterlogged soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in peat bogs and wetlands