Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hylocomiaceae

Genus:

Rhytidiadelphus

Species:

Rhytidiadelphus loreus

USDA Symbol:

RHLO70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

15 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small invertebrates, nesting material for birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in forest floor habitats