Soot Lichen

Cyphelium tigillare

Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Caliciaceae
Genus:
Cyphelium
Species:
Cyphelium tigillare

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
poor, sandy, well-drained soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
Typically found on exposed, sunlit surfaces