Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Micareaceae

Genus:

Micarea

Species:

Micarea melanobola

USDA Symbol:

MIME4

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, acidic, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

typically found in forested, shaded environments