Taxonomy

Division:

Ascomycota | - Sac fungi

Family:

Micareaceae

Genus:

Micarea

Species:

Micarea sylvicola

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Lichenous

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in forested, shaded areas