Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Andreaeaceae

Genus:

Andreaea

Species:

Andreaea mutabilis

USDA Symbol:

ANMU9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, acidic rocky substrate

pH:

4.0 - 5.5 (strongly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found on exposed rock surfaces