Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hypnaceae

Genus:

Pylaisiella

Species:

Pylaisiella polyantha

USDA Symbol:

PYPO3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in forested, shaded areas