Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Aulacomniaceae

Genus:

Aulacomnium

Species:

Aulacomnium androgynum

USDA Symbol:

AUAN70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in coniferous forest floors