Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hypnaceae

Genus:

Hypnum

Species:

Hypnum cupressiforme

USDA Symbol:

HYCU4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

10 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

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 forested areas and on decaying wood