Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Helodiaceae

Genus:

Helodium

Species:

Helodium paludosum

USDA Symbol:

HEPA20

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

10 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small invertebrates

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

peaty, nutrient-poor, waterlogged soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in bogs and fens