Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Grimmiaceae

Genus:

Racomitrium

Species:

Racomitrium aciculare

USDA Symbol:

RAAC4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in alpine and subalpine regions