Lung Lichen

Lobaria scrobiculata

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Ascomycota | - Sac fungi
Family:
Lobariaceae
Genus:
Lobaria
Species:
Lobaria scrobiculata
USDA Symbol:
LOSC60

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Lichenous
Light Requirements:
Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich, organic matter
pH:
4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
commonly found on bark of deciduous trees in humid forests