Orthotrichum Moss
Orthotrichum sordidum
- Native to:
- United States
Grout, A. J. (Abel Joel), b. 1867; Smith, Annie Morrill; Jennings, Otto Emery, 1877-; American Bryological and Lichenological Society; American Bryological Society
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Bryophyta | - Mosses
- Family:
- Orthotrichaceae
- Genus:
- Orthotrichum
- Species:
- Orthotrichum sordidum
- USDA Symbol:
- ORSO2
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Nonvascular
- Height:
- 2 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- nutrient-poor, well-drained rocky soil
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- typically found on rocky substrates