Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Bruchiaceae

Genus:

Bruchia

Species:

Bruchia fusca

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers habitats like bogs and wet sandy areas