Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Orthotrichaceae

Genus:

Amphidium

Species:

Amphidium mougeotii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Native Range

United States: New York

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-poor rocky substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on rocks and boulders