Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Grimmiaceae

Genus:

Schistidium

Species:

Schistidium agassizii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found in alpine and subalpine regions