Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Brachytheciaceae

Genus:

Homalothecium

Species:

Homalothecium sericeum

USDA Symbol:

HOSE5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on rocks and tree bases