Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Hypnaceae

Genus:

Pylaisiella

Species:

Pylaisiella steerei

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in forested areas with high humidity