Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hylocomiaceae

Genus:

Rhytidiadelphus

Species:

Rhytidiadelphus japonicus

USDA Symbol:

RHJA5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

10 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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