Taxonomy

Division:

Hepaticophyta | - Liverworts

Family:

Geocalycaceae

Genus:

Chiloscyphus

Species:

Chiloscyphus gemmiparus

USDA Symbol:

CHGE5

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid environments