Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Orthotrichaceae

Genus:

Orthotrichum

Species:

Orthotrichum epapillosum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

green

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded or semi-shaded environments