Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Gymnostomiella

Species:

Gymnostomiella orcuttii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky outcrops and dry habitats