Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Hymeneliaceae

Genus:

Aspicilia

Species:

Aspicilia desertorum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Idaho

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, sandy, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to very dry

Notes:

commonly found in arid desert regions