Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Splachnaceae

Genus:

Splachnum

Species:

Splachnum sphaericum

USDA Symbol:

SPSP70

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

3 cm

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

flies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-rich, moist, organic soil

pH:

4.0 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in boggy, peaty areas