Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Arthoniaceae

Genus:

Arthonia

Species:

Arthonia varia

USDA Symbol:

ARVA3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

grows on bark of trees

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

lichen species, typically found on tree bark