Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Astomum

Species:

Astomum ludovicianum

USDA Symbol:

ASLU5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

0 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in open, sunny locations

Propagation & Germination

Notes:

Moss reproduces via spores; germination conditions poorly documented for this species.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI