Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Dicranaceae

Genus:

Campylopus

Species:

Campylopus arctocarpus

USDA Symbol:

CAAR41

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:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist