Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Bryoxiphiaceae

Genus:

Bryoxiphium

Species:

Bryoxiphium norvegicum

USDA Symbol:

BRNO6

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained rocky substrate

pH:

5.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on shaded, rocky surfaces