Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Polytrichaceae

Genus:

Polytrichum

Species:

Polytrichum strictum

USDA Symbol:

POST70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

10 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small mammals, birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

peaty, nutrient-poor, acidic soil

pH:

3.5 - 5.5 (strongly acidic)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in bogs and wetlands