Small Limestone Moss

Seligeria campylopoda

Taxonomy

Division:
Bryophyta | - Mosses
Family:
Seligeriaceae
Genus:
Seligeria
Species:
Seligeria campylopoda

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Nonvascular
Light Requirements:
Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
often found on moist, shaded rock surfaces