Sessile Skin Lichen

Leptogium sessile

Native to:
United States
Sessile Skin Lichen

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Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Collemataceae
Genus:
Leptogium
Species:
Leptogium sessile
USDA Symbol:
LESE10

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil
Drainage:
good drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
commonly found in humid, shaded environments