Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Dicranaceae

Genus:

Arctoa (Bruch & Schimp. | - ar)

Species:

Arctoa fulvella

USDA Symbol:

ARFU70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

poor, sandy, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Typically found in alpine and subalpine regions