Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Leucobryaceae

Genus:

Leucobryum

Species:

Leucobryum albidum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: New Jersey

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.0 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in pine forests and sandy barrens