Oregon Spikemoss

Selaginella oregana

Oregon Spikemoss

Jonathan Hunsberger

Taxonomy

Division:
Lycopodiophyta | - Lycopods
Family:
Selaginellaceae
Genus:
Selaginella
Species:
Selaginella oregana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
2-3 ft
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
Not Applicable

Native Range

United States: California, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
thrives in shaded forest understories