Taxonomy

Division:

Lycopodiophyta | - Lycopods

Family:

Lycopodiaceae

Genus:

Lycopodium

Species:

Lycopodium obscurum

USDA Symbol:

LYOB

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, acidic soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found in forested areas with rich organic matter