Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Baeomycetaceae

Genus:

Icmadophila

Species:

Icmadophila ericetorum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

4.0 - 5.5 (strongly acidic to moderately acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on decaying wood or mossy rocks