Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Dicranaceae

Genus:

Cynodontium

Species:

Cynodontium schisti

USDA Symbol:

CYSC9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on schist or similar substrates