Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Gyalectaceae

Genus:

Gyalecta

Species:

Gyalecta foveolaris

USDA Symbol:

GYFO60

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, well-drained acidic soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

often found on decaying wood or mossy rocks