Taxonomy

Division:

Bryophyta | - Mosses

Family:

Splachnaceae

Genus:

Splachnum

Species:

Splachnum vasculosum

USDA Symbol:

SPVA3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Height:

5 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-rich, moist, organic soil

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in boggy, peaty areas