Needle Lichen

Chaenotheca cinerea

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Coniocybaceae
Genus:
Chaenotheca
Species:
Chaenotheca cinerea
USDA Symbol:
CHCI4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
nutrient-poor, acidic, well-drained soil
pH:
4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
commonly found on decaying wood or bark