Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Funariaceae

Genus:

Funaria

Species:

Funaria polaris

USDA Symbol:

FUPO70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

poor, sandy, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Arctic regions, prefers cold environments