Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Mniaceae

Genus:

Cyrtomnium

Species:

Cyrtomnium hymenophyllum

USDA Symbol:

CYHY70

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, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.0 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, forested environments