Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Hymenostylium

Species:

Hymenostylium insigne

USDA Symbol:

HYIN4

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, rocky or sandy substrates

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in calcareous environments