Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Orthotrichaceae

Genus:

Orthotrichum

Species:

Orthotrichum affine

USDA Symbol:

ORAF

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on tree bark in temperate regions