Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Pottiaceae

Genus:

Stegonia

Species:

Stegonia latifolia

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Bloom Months:

may

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 shaded areas with high organic content