Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Caliciaceae

Genus:

Calicium

Species:

Calicium quercinum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, well-drained bark substrate

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

typically found on old oak trees