Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Leskeaceae

Genus:

Lindbergia

Species:

Lindbergia mexicana

USDA Symbol:

LIME9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist