Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Amblystegiaceae

Genus:

Drepanocladus

Species:

Drepanocladus capillifolius

USDA Symbol:

DRCA12

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

wet, organic-rich, peaty soil

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in wetland habitats