Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Ditrichaceae

Genus:

Ceratodon

Species:

Ceratodon stenocarpus

USDA Symbol:

CEST5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Pioneer moss that readily colonizes burned or disturbed areas; often among first colonizers after fire.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate