Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Encalyptaceae

Genus:

Encalypta

Species:

Encalypta alpina

USDA Symbol:

ENAL70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found in alpine and subalpine regions