Lingulate Dung Moss

Tayloria lingulata

Taxonomy

Division:
Bryophyta | - Mosses
Family:
Splachnaceae
Genus:
Tayloria
Species:
Tayloria lingulata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Nonvascular
Light Requirements:
Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich, organic soil
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
commonly found in wet, shaded forest floors