Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Brachytheciaceae

Genus:

Tomentypnum

Species:

Tomentypnum nitens

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

golden

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

peaty, nutrient-poor, moisture-retentive soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in bogs and fens