Taxonomy

Division:

Hepaticophyta | - Liverworts

Family:

Herbertaceae

Genus:

Herbertus

Species:

Herbertus stramineus

USDA Symbol:

HEST7

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in boggy or peaty areas