Taxonomy

Division:

Hepaticophyta | - Liverworts

Family:

Aytoniaceae

Genus:

Asterella

Species:

Asterella gracilis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid environments