Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Amblystegiaceae

Genus:

Conardia

Species:

Conardia compacta

USDA Symbol:

COCO31

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers undisturbed forest floors