Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Acarosporaceae

Genus:

Sporastatia

Species:

Sporastatia testudinea

USDA Symbol:

SPTE10

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on exposed rock surfaces