Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Collemataceae

Genus:

Leptogium

Species:

Leptogium byssinum

USDA Symbol:

LEBY

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in humid, shaded environments