Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Fontinalaceae

Genus:

Fontinalis

Species:

Fontinalis sphagnifolia

USDA Symbol:

FOSP5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

aquatic invertebrates, fish cover

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, organic substrate

pH:

5.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found in slow-moving or still water bodies