Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Orthotrichaceae

Genus:

Ulota

Species:

Ulota hutchinsiae

USDA Symbol:

ULHU

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:

acidic, nutrient-poor, well-drained

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on acidic substrates like rocks and tree bark