Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Scopelophila

Species:

Scopelophila cataractae

USDA Symbol:

SCCA18

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

metal-rich, well-drained sandy soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in areas with high metal content