Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Bryaceae

Genus:

Rhodobryum

Species:

Rhodobryum roseum

USDA Symbol:

RHRO6

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

4 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded forest floors