Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Orthotrichaceae

Genus:

Orthotrichum

Species:

Orthotrichum hallii

USDA Symbol:

ORHA

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on tree bark and rocks