Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Polytrichaceae

Genus:

Psilopilum

Species:

Psilopilum cavifolium

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Typically found in boggy or peaty areas