Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hypnaceae

Genus:

Platydictya

Species:

Platydictya confervoides

USDA Symbol:

PLCO14

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

1 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in shaded forest floors