Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Amblystegiaceae

Genus:

Campylium

Species:

Campylium cardotii

USDA Symbol:

CACA76

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

10 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

invertebrates, amphibians

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich forest floor

Drainage:

good drainage preferred

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in shaded, forested areas