Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Leucodontaceae

Genus:

Pterogonium

Species:

Pterogonium gracile

USDA Symbol:

PTGR3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded forest floors