Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Lecideaceae

Genus:

Hypocenomyce

Species:

Hypocenomyce scalaris

USDA Symbol:

HYSC6

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

3.5 - 5.5 (strongly acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found on tree bark in boreal forests