Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Didymodon

Species:

Didymodon maximus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on limestone substrates