Spike Lichen
Calicium hyperelloides
- Native to:
- United States
iNaturalist: © carlosvidigal (iNaturalist #110433202)




Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Caliciaceae
- Genus:
- Calicium
- Species:
- Calicium hyperelloides
- USDA Symbol:
- CAHY10
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- nutrient-poor, well-drained substrate
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- typically found on bark or wood in natural habitats