Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Bartramiaceae

Genus:

Bartramia

Species:

Bartramia subulata

USDA Symbol:

BASU6

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, nutrient-poor, sandy soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in open, exposed habitats