Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Bryaceae

Genus:

Mielichhoferia

Species:

Mielichhoferia macrocarpa

USDA Symbol:

MIMA10

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich rocky soil

pH:

5.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in alpine and subalpine regions