Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Mniaceae

Genus:

Cyrtomnium

Species:

Cyrtomnium hymenophylloides

USDA Symbol:

CYHY4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

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:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, cool environments