Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Orthotrichaceae

Genus:

Amphidium

Species:

Amphidium mougeotii

USDA Symbol:

AMMO70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-poor rocky substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on rocks and boulders