Taxonomy

Division:

Hepaticophyta | - Liverworts

Family:

Aytoniaceae

Genus:

Mannia

Species:

Mannia triandra

USDA Symbol:

MATR8

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

often found in limestone-rich areas