Cup Lichen
Cladonia cornuta
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Cladoniaceae
- Genus:
- Cladonia
- Species:
- Cladonia cornuta
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Height:
- Less than 6 in
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- may
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found in boreal forests and heathlands