Lecidea Lichen
Lecidea hypomela
- Native to:
- United States
GBIF: Krysta Duran : Field Museum of Natural History | R. Lücking : Field Museum of Natural History - Botany Department
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
- Family:
- Lecideaceae
- Genus:
- Lecidea
- Species:
- Lecidea hypomela
- USDA Symbol:
- LEHY7
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Lichenous
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun,Part Shade
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, nutrient-poor substrate
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- typically found on exposed rock surfaces