Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Bartramiaceae

Genus:

Conostomum

Species:

Conostomum tetragonum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in alpine and subalpine regions