Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Eucladium

Species:

Eucladium verticillatum

USDA Symbol:

EUVE6

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found on moist limestone rocks