Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Bacidiaceae

Genus:

Biatora

Species:

Biatora turgidula

USDA Symbol:

BITU

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found on bark in humid forests