Wormskjold's Aplodon Moss
Aplodon wormskjoldii
- Native to:
- United States
iNaturalist: © valeriya_xoma (iNaturalist #201362474)





Taxonomy
- Division:
- Bryophyta | - Mosses
- Family:
- Splachnaceae
- Genus:
- Aplodon
- Species:
- Aplodon wormskjoldii
- USDA Symbol:
- APWO70
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Nonvascular
- Height:
- 5 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- moist, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers cool, shaded environments