Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Lecideaceae

Genus:

Steinia

Species:

Steinia geophana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded forest floors