Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hypnaceae

Genus:

Hypnum

Species:

Hypnum callichroum

USDA Symbol:

HYCA70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small invertebrates

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates moderate drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in forested, shaded areas