Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Astomum

Species:

Astomum occidentale

USDA Symbol:

ASOC5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

1 cm

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, sandy loam

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

common in open, rocky areas