Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Lecideaceae

Genus:

Hypocenomyce

Species:

Hypocenomyce leucococca

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Commonly found in boreal and temperate regions