Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Brachytheciaceae

Genus:

Brachythecium

Species:

Brachythecium digastrum

USDA Symbol:

BRDI11

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

invertebrates, nesting material

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich forest floor

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in shaded, humid environments