Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Ditrichaceae

Genus:

Pleuridium

Species:

Pleuridium mexicanum

USDA Symbol:

PLME8

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

often found in arid or semi-arid regions