Taxonomy

Division:

Hepaticophyta | - Liverworts

Family:

Ricciaceae

Genus:

Riccia

Species:

Riccia fluitans

USDA Symbol:

RIFL4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Nonvascular

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-rich, water-retentive substrate

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in freshwater habitats