Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Brachytheciaceae

Genus:

Tomentypnum

Species:

Tomentypnum nitens

USDA Symbol:

TONI70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

15 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small mammals, nesting birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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