Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Polytrichaceae

Genus:

Psilopilum

Species:

Psilopilum laevigatum

USDA Symbol:

PSLA5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, nutrient-poor, sandy soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in boggy, acidic environments