Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Luisierella

Species:

Luisierella barbula

USDA Symbol:

LUBA4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Typically found in shaded forest environments