Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Sematophyllaceae

Genus:

Brotherella

Species:

Brotherella recurvans

USDA Symbol:

BRRE3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

2 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

invertebrate habitat

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in forested areas with decaying organic matter