Needle Lichen

Chaenotheca brachypoda

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Coniocybaceae
Genus:
Chaenotheca
Species:
Chaenotheca brachypoda
USDA Symbol:
CHBR9

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
nutrient-poor, well-drained, acidic substrate
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
typically found on decaying wood or bark