Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Ditrichaceae

Genus:

Ceratodon

Species:

Ceratodon purpureus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Connecticut, New Jersey, New York

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

poor, sandy, well-drained

pH:

4.0 - 7.0 (acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in disturbed sites and bare ground