Soot Lichen

Cyphelium brunneum

Native to:
United States
Soot Lichen

GBIF: Knudsen, Kerry; Sagar, Tarja

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Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Caliciaceae
Genus:
Cyphelium
Species:
Cyphelium brunneum
USDA Symbol:
CYBR13

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
typically found on exposed rock surfaces