Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Coccocarpiaceae

Genus:

Coccocarpia

Species:

Coccocarpia stellata

USDA Symbol:

COST15

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, acidic, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in tropical and subtropical forests