Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Plaubelia

Species:

Plaubelia sprengelii

USDA Symbol:

PLSP9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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