Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Brachytheciaceae

Genus:

Homalothecium

Species:

Homalothecium arenarium

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in coastal sandy areas