Gyroweisia Moss
Gyroweisia tenuis
(c) George Greiff, some rights reserved (CC BY)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Bryophyta | - Mosses
- Family:
- Pottiaceae
- Genus:
- Gyroweisia
- Species:
- Gyroweisia tenuis
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Nonvascular
- Light Requirements:
- Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- often found on exposed rock surfaces