Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Grimmiaceae

Genus:

Racomitrium

Species:

Racomitrium pygmaeum

USDA Symbol:

RAPY2

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in alpine and subalpine regions