Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Lecanoraceae

Genus:

Lecanora

Species:

Lecanora kofae

USDA Symbol:

LEKO4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, nutrient-poor desert soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to very dry

Notes:

typically found on rock surfaces in arid regions