Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Mniaceae

Genus:

Leucolepis

Species:

Leucolepis acanthoneuron

USDA Symbol:

LEAC8

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, rich organic soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, forested environments