Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Schistostegaceae

Genus:

Schistostega

Species:

Schistostega pennata

USDA Symbol:

SCPE9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

1 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-poor, acidic soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found in shaded, forested areas