Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Plaubelia

Species:

Plaubelia sprengelii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

blue

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Florida, Navassa Island

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments