Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Splachnaceae

Genus:

Splachnum

Species:

Splachnum luteum

USDA Symbol:

SPLU7

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

flies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-rich, moist peat or bog soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

poor drainage tolerated

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in peat bogs and wetland areas