Taxonomy

Division:

Hepaticophyta | - Liverworts

Family:

Aytoniaceae

Genus:

Mannia

Species:

Mannia paradoxa

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky, arid environments