Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Polytrichaceae

Genus:

Pogonatum

Species:

Pogonatum dentatum

USDA Symbol:

PODE10

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in forested areas with high humidity