Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Ditrichaceae

Genus:

Ditrichum

Species:

Ditrichum lineare

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: New Jersey, New York

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate