Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Lobariaceae

Genus:

Sticta

Species:

Sticta sylvatica

USDA Symbol:

STSY4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in humid, forested areas