Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hylocomiaceae

Genus:

Rhytidiadelphus

Species:

Rhytidiadelphus japonicus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

green

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers forest floor conditions with ample organic matter