Calcareous Gymnostomum Moss
Gymnostomum calcareum
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Bryophyta | - Mosses
- Family:
- Pottiaceae
- Genus:
- Gymnostomum
- Species:
- Gymnostomum calcareum
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Nonvascular
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- calcareous, well-drained rocky soil
- pH:
- 6.5 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- often found in limestone-rich areas